Episode Description
Another tale of evangelicals who use their charisma to con the faithful. Burt Lancaster, Jean Simmons, Shirley Jones and a cast of 50s heavies are all on hand. Based on Sinclair Lewis’ (Dodsworth) story.
Elmer Gantry
Shelly Brisbin with Micheline Maynard and Nathan Alderman
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Elmer Gantry
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