Another in the long line of failed gamblers turned gambling writers, John Patrick began his career on the riverboat casinos of the old South. After trying, and failing, to earn a living at the tables, Patrick resorted to washing dishes by day, while serving as a “prop” player to keep short games going by night. Directed by Leonard Katzman. With Patrick Duffy, Kimberly Foster, Larry Hagman, Howard Keel. Is drunk and dejected; he has lost his business to Cliff Barnes, his son has moved to England, and the ownership of his beloved home was given to Bobby.