Black Beauty

Black Beauty(1994) (1994)

  • 78% of critics liked it
    (9 reviews)

  • 67% of users liked it
    (73,948 ratings)

A wondrous new version of Anna Sewell's classic about a remarkable horse and the various owners whose lives he transforms. Year: 1994 Director: Caroline Thompson Starring: Sean Bean, David Thewlis, Jim Carter

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Jul 29, 1994 Wide
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Critic Reviews

  • Randy White, Common Sense Media

    A harrowing and Beauty-ful version of the book.

  • Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat, Spirituality and Practice

    A wonderful film that is true to the letter and the spirit of this classic children's story.

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Featured Audience Ratings

  • erika b


    really good acting but not a good plot.

  • Jennifer D


    I really need to rewatch this. Such a classic.

  • Film C


    i love this movie! i cry every time such a sad movie it really tugs at the heart strings! Its a lovely story abot a horse and alll the crap it has to go through before finally reachng the only one person he ever loved! Great cast, brilliantly acted and just a lovely storyt watch!… More

  • Leigh R


    Fabulous!

  • Dillon L


    Much like the animated film Watership Down, this movie has a lot of trouble deciding a targeted audience. It's far too dark for children yet has a kiddie plot. Both films are based on novels, but it's one thing to read about more mature things and quite another to see it.

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