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Mar 6, 2025

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

On This Day: March 6 1981 On the Right Track Premiered in Theaters.

On this day March 6 1981 the comedy film On the Right Track premiered in theaters. Directed by Lee Phillips the movie starred Gary Coleman as a young homeless boy living in a train station who has a unique talent for picking winning racehorses. His ability soon attracts attention from those looking to exploit his gift leading to both humorous and heartfelt moments.

The film also featured Norman Fell and Maureen Stapleton adding to its lighthearted charm. While not a major blockbuster On the...

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