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Avalanche (1928)

Movie ★ 10.0 60 min

Western

An otherwise honest gambler, played by Jack Holt, begins to cheat at cards in order to put his son John Darrow through mining school in this lavish Zane Grey adaptation produced by Paramount. The callow foster-son pays back the noble gesture by running off with Holt's mistress, Olga Baclanova.

Otto Brower Director Sam Mintz Writer J. Walter Ruben Writer

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Quick facts

Released
November 10, 1928
Runtime
60 min
IMDb
tt0018662
Language
Studio
Paramount Famous Lasky Corporation

Themes

Cast

Jack Holt Jack Holt Jack Dunton Doris Hill Doris Hill Kitty Mains Olga Baclanova Olga Baclanova Grace Stillwell John Darrow John Darrow Verde Guy Oliver Guy Oliver Mr. Mains Dick Winslow Dick Winslow Jack Dunton (age 12)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Avalanche about?
An otherwise honest gambler, played by Jack Holt, begins to cheat at cards in order to put his son John Darrow through mining school in this lavish Zane Grey adaptation produced by Paramount. The callow foster-son pays back the noble gesture by running off with Holt's mistress, Olga Baclanova.
Who directed Avalanche?
Avalanche was directed by Otto Brower.
Who stars in Avalanche?
Avalanche stars Jack Holt, Doris Hill, Olga Baclanova, John Darrow.
When was Avalanche released?
Avalanche is a 1928 western film.
Where can I watch Avalanche?
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