Our Favorite Horse Movies To Stream

Our Favorite Horse Movies To Stream

 

Want to enjoy some well deserved down time, cozy up on the couch or enjoy a movie with the fam? We’ve got you! We’ve put together a list of our favorite horse movies / shows in for your next horse crazy binge session! Save this in your bookmarks for future use!

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The Adventures Of Black Beauty 
In 19th-century England, a widowed doctor moves his young children to the countryside where they befriend a thoroughbred horse, Black Beauty, and embark on series of adventures that test their courage and ingenuity in this beautiful family classic. – stream it on Amazon

Black Stallion
Alec Ramsey (Kelly Reno) and his father are on a ship that also contains a beautiful black stallion which is owned by a frightening Arab, Larbi. There is a fire onboard ship, and the boy and horse are soon in the water. Both wind up on a deserted island, where Alec and the stallion gradually establish contact and rapport. During the rescue the horse escapes. Back in the USA, Alec finds the horse at a farm owned by Mickey Rooney. Mickey trains the horse; Alec becomes a jockey. – stream it on Amazon

Black Stallion Returns
Every five years the tribes of the Sahara race their finest horses. The race is a great test of stamina for both horse and rider. To the victor go the best horses from the losing tribes–bringing prestige, wealth and power. Strongest and fastest of all is the Black Stallion, who means more than anything to American teenager Alec Ramsey. The original Berber owners of the Arabian stallion have come to reclaim their champion in time for the all-important race that each of the tribes is determined to win – stream it on Amazon 

Red Fury 
Lost and alone, a young Indian boy travels through the wilds of the Old West. He finds shelter with a widowed horse trainer, who names him Frankie and teaches the outcast the tricks of the trade. stream it on Amazon

Phar Lap 
After launching his career as a dubious contender with no pedigree, Australian racehorse Phar Lap stunned the world as he began winning. But when scores of gamblers started betting on his reputation, they lost hundreds of thousands of dollars. The thoroughbred’s subsequent death after winning a key race sparked debate about whether foul play was involved and whether gambling interests were to blame stream it on NetFlix

Secretariat
Behind every legend lies an impossible dream. Witness the spectacular journey of an incredible horse named Secretariat and the moving story of his unlikely owner, a housewife who risked everything to make him a champion. stream it on Amazon

Walk Ride Run 
In the wake of an accident that leaves her paralyzed, a champion rodeo rider vows to get back on her horse and compete again. Based on a true story.stream it on Netflix

Spirit – Stallion of the Cimarron 
A wild horse yearns to be free after he is captured by a nasty U.S. colonel in this 2002 Oscar -nominee for Best Animated Feature.stream it on Hulu

Seabiscuit
True story of the undersized Depression-era racehorse whose victories lifted not only the spirits of the team behind it but also those of the nation as well. stream it on Amazon

Flicka 
An unruly teen takes the reins of an equally rebellious horse in this updated remake of the beloved horse drama.stream it on Hulu

National Velvet 
Velvet Brown, a young English girl who wins a horse in a village lottery and becomes determined to train it to compete in the Grand National Steeplechase. stream it on Amazon

International Velvet 
Sequel to National Velvet where Velvet is now a grown woman with a niece that is primed to follow in her footsteps as an Olympic horsewoman.stream it on Amazon

The Long Shot 
After a series of misfortunes, including the breakup of her marriage and her sister’s tragic death, aspiring equestrian Annie Garrett (Julie Benz) pulls up stakes and moves to Colorado with her young daughter. Finding a job at a stable, Annie has hopes of winning a high-stakes riding competition to help bankroll her new life. – Stream it on NetFlix

The Horse Whisperer 
After a riding accident, a young girl and her horse are both left with serious physical and emotional scars. Determined to help, the girl’s mother seeks out the “Horse Whisperer.”stream it on Amazon

Ride Like A Girl
Teresa Palmer stars as Michelle Payne a female jockey who battles against all odds and stereotypes to become the first female to win in the Melbourne Cup. Ride Like A Girl is an inspirational and moving family film also starring Sam Neill. – stream it on Amazon

Sylvester 
Sixteen-year-old wrangler Charlie Railsberg (Melissa Gilbert, in her film debut) sees an unconquerable spirit in a wild horse she names Sylvester. Most everyone else (including tough stockyard boss Richard Farnsworth) see the nag as nothing but trouble. But they’re proven wrong when Charlie takes Sylvester all the way to the National Equestrian Trails Championship stream it on Amazon

The Last Unicorn 
An animated fantasy film about a unicorn who, upon learning that she is the last of her species in the world, goes on a quest to find out what has happened to the others of her kind. stream it on Amazon

Moondance Alex
Plucky teen Moondance finds a lost pony named Checkers, she immediately feels a bond with him. Convinced that he’s a champion jumper, Moondance persuades Checkers’ owner (Don Johnson) into training the two of them for the Bow Valley Classic stream it on NetFlix

Dreamer 
Down-and-out horse trainer Ben Crane rescues a once-great racehorse that’s been severely injured. Buoyed by the unwavering faith of his daughter, he sets out to win the Breeders’ Cup Classic. stream it on Amazon

The Derby Stallion
When quiet 15-year-old misfit Patrick learns his friend Mr. Jones, a hard-drinking former jockey, is nursing an injured racehorse back to health, the teen helps train the animal for the State Cup — and gains the self-confidence he never had. stream it on Amazon

The Saddle Club
Set in Australia Stevie, Carole and Lisa, who form The Saddle Club at the Pine Hollow Stables. Each character has a distinctly different personality but all share an equal love of horses and a strong loyalty to each other. – TV Series- stream it on Amazon

Dark Horse
In a bid to develop a champion racehorse, Welsh barmaid Jan Vokes and her husband persuade 30 pub patrons to purchase ownership shares in the long-shot venture — leading to the hoof-pounding saga chronicled in this upbeat documentary. – stream it on Netflix

Racing Stripes
A kindhearted zebra named Stripes has spent his whole life on a farm thinking he’s a thoroughbred. Once he faces the fact that his stripes mark him as different, he decides he’ll race anyway. Stream it on Amazon.

50 to 1
This inspiring biopic tells the true story behind Mine That Bird, the underdog horse that defied the odds to win the 2009 Kentucky Derby. The race is prize enough for the horse’s owners, New Mexico cowboys who risked everything for a shot at glory. Stream it on Amazon.

Harry & Snowman
After World War II, Dutchman Harry de Leyer immigrated to America and became a riding instructor — who paid $80 for a horse no one else wanted. Calling the horse Snowman, Harry began training him for show jumping: Two years later, he had a champion. Stream it on Amazon.

Hidalgo
Embark on an epic adventure across the Arabian desert with Frank Hopkins and his Mustang, Hidalgo, in a race for honor and survival. Stream it on Disney+.

Wild Hearts Can't Be Broken
Dive into the world of diving horses alongside a courageous young woman, discovering the indomitable spirit that proves some hearts are as wild as the horses they ride. Stream it on Apple TV.

Here are some movies recommended in the comments by our Farm House Fam!

Into the West
Canter through a mesmerizing tale of two young boys and their mystical horse, exploring the bonds of family, friendship, and the enchanting allure of Ireland’s mystical landscapes. Stream it on Amazon Prime.

The Man From Snowy River
Saddle up for an epic adventure in the rugged Australian outback, where one man's journey through breathtaking landscapes and daring horsemanship showcases the untamed beauty of the wild and the resilience of the human spirit. Stream on Apple TV.

Jappeloup
This is a gripping sports drama based on the true story of an unlikely partnershiop between a determined rider and a small, fiery horse, as they defy the odds to become champions in the world of show jumping. Stream on Amazon Prime.

Frankel the Superhorse
Gallop alongside the remarkable journey of Frankel, a true equine superstar, whose speed and grace redefine the limits of horse racing, leaving an indelible mark on the sport. Stream it on Apple TV.

Brady's Escape
Trot 
into the heartfelt story of Brady, a spirited horse whose escape leads to an adventure that touches lives, proving that sometimes the greatest journeys are taken on four hooves. Stream on Philo.

Some of these are incredibly low budget which makes them all the more entertaining to watch!

Did we miss any? If so add it below! 

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13 comments

How could you not list THE MAN FROM SNOWY RIVER. in top 5 let alone 25!

Beth

‘Wild Hearts Can’t Be Broken’ is my all-time favorite movie and definitely needs to be on the list! It’s based on the true story of American entertainer Sonora Carver, most notable as one of the first female horse divers.

Stream it on Amazon, AppleTV, Redbox, and Disney+

Brooke

Jappeloup!

Bon Shea

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