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The Gift of Love
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The Gift of Love

1978-12-08 · 98 min · ★ 6.7

Romance · Drama · TV Movie

Inspired by O. Henry's short story about a young bride and groom, each of whom foolishly--but quite lovingly--sacrifices a treasured possession to buy the perfect Christmas gift for their mate.

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Directors
Don Chaffey
Production companies
Osmond Productions
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

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Marie OsmondMarie OsmondBeth Atherton
Timothy BottomsTimothy BottomsRudi Miller
Bethel LeslieBethel LeslieAgnes
June LockhartJune LockhartConstance Schuyler
Donald MoffatDonald MoffatWilliam Schuyler
David WayneDavid WayneO'Henry and Narrator
James WoodsJames WoodsAlfred Browning
Sondra WestMary O'Halloran
Robert PierceFranz Hollner
Fred StuthmanFred StuthmanGriggs
Peggy ReaPeggy ReaMrs. Mooney
Anne RamseyAnne RamseyMaeve O'Halloran
Sarah BenoitSarah BenoitLiesl's Mother
Lane DaviesLane DaviesBrowning Servant
Ray DukeHack Driver
Christian GreyFat Man at Ball
John HartJohn HartJustice of the Peace
John LaMottaJohn LaMottaVendor
Arthur MaletArthur MaletEmcee at Ball
Sandy MartinSandy MartinJan's Mother

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