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Tales of the Unexpected S4E16 — The Way to Do it
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Tales of the Unexpected•Season 4•Episode 16

The Way to Do it

6.2/10 · 223 votesJul 26, 198126 min

Ranked #14 of 17 in Season 4•−0.2 vs season avg

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The casino offers Roger an escape from his domineering aunt. He has a love for both gambling and a pretty hostess, but the casino boss has a score to settle.

Directed byAlan Gibson
Written byDenis Cannan
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Denis Cannan

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Episode Summary

"The Way to Do it" is episode 16 of Tales of the Unexpected season 4. It scored 6.2/10 from 223 votes, ranking #14 of 17 episodes this season (season average 6.4). Directed by Alan Gibson and written by Denis Cannan, it aired on July 26, 1981.

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