Black Beauty_
"The most beloved of all animals...in the most exciting of all adventures"
Based on Anna Sewell's novel. In rural England of the 1880's, widower Squire Wendon is rearing his young daughter Anne. Her father has forbidden her to be present when their mare, "Duchess," gives birth. Anne sneaks out to the stable, however, and is discovered by her father who forbids her ever to ride Duchess again. Despite this punishment, he gives Anne Duchess's colt because it is her birthday, and she names him "Black Beauty."
Starring
Mona Freeman, Richard Denning, Evelyn Ankers
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Prime Video
2 countries
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Year context
Black Beauty was released 80 years ago in 1946.
Overview
Based on Anna Sewell's novel. In rural England of the 1880's, widower Squire Wendon is rearing his young daughter Anne. Her father has forbidden her to be p...
Black Beauty is a Drama, Family film with a runtime of 1h 14m.
CAST (14)
Mona Freeman
Anne Wendon
Richard Denning
Bill Dixon
Evelyn Ankers
Evelyn Carrington
Charles Evans
Squire Wendon
J.M. Kerrigan
John
Moyna MacGill
Mrs. Blake
Terry Kilburn
Joe
Tom Dillon
Skinner
Arthur Space
Terry
JB
John Burton
Dr. White
Olaf Hytten
Mr. Gordon
Leyland Hodgson
Auctioneer
Clifford Brooke
Veterinarian
Highland Dale
Black Beauty
DETAILS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Black Beauty about?
Based on Anna Sewell's novel. In rural England of the 1880's, widower Squire Wendon is rearing his young daughter Anne. Her father has forbidden her to be present when their mare, "Duchess," gives birth. Anne sneaks out to the stable, however, and is discovered by her father who forbids her ever to ride Duchess again. Despite this punishment, he gives Anne Duchess's colt because it is her birthday, and she names him "Black Beauty."
How long is Black Beauty?
Black Beauty has a runtime of 74 minutes (1h 14m).
Who stars in Black Beauty?
The cast of Black Beauty includes Mona Freeman, Richard Denning, Evelyn Ankers, Charles Evans, J.M. Kerrigan.
What is the rating of Black Beauty?
Black Beauty has a rating of 5.4 out of 10 based on 7 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (2)
Drama
Family
