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Bill Sharkey's Last Game

Bill Sharkey's Last Game

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Western

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One of a multitude of short Westerns directed by D.W. Griffith in the early days of film has the distinction of being the screen debut of Western star Harry Carey in a minor role.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

10 mins

Rating

1.8/10

Release Date

24 May 1910

Country

United States of America

Cast

Harry Carey

Harry Carey

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