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Synopsis
In Four of a Kind, Rich Fowler, a hitchhiker, is picked up by J. Stuart Belden, who seems friendly and engaging. As they drive along, Belden introduces Rich to a peculiar game called 'License Plate Poker,' where they draw license plates instead of cards, and the stakes quickly escalate to an outrageous $100,000 a hand.
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Gunsmoke
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Suspense
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Suspense
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