The saga of thoroughbred Tommy Boy, born in a rain puddle, and his various owners as he evolves into a a champion stakes horse.The saga of thoroughbred Tommy Boy, born in a rain puddle, and his various owners as he evolves into a a champion stakes horse.The saga of thoroughbred Tommy Boy, born in a rain puddle, and his various owners as he evolves into a a champion stakes horse.
J. Farrell MacDonald
- MacGuire
- (as J. Farrell McDonald)
Sidney Bracey
- The Tout
- (uncredited)
Lynton Brent
- Ticket Seller
- (uncredited)
Edward Brophy
- Newsreel Cameraman
- (uncredited)
Richard Cramer
- Charlie, a Gambling Mobster
- (uncredited)
James Donlan
- Jim, a Trainer
- (uncredited)
Harry Holman
- B.H. 'Jerry' Hartwick
- (uncredited)
Tenen Holtz
- Gus, Bald Gambling Mobster
- (uncredited)
Storyline
Did you know
- TriviaThe first feature film in which Clark Gable received top billing (even though he doesn't appear until almost halfway into the movie).
- GoofsWhen Southern Queen falls in the mud, a trip wire is clearly visible on the horse's hind leg.
- Quotes
Preface: Since the beginning of Time the Horse has been Man's loyal friend... But Man has not always been the Friend the Horse has to Man...
- Crazy credits...to Man-O'-War, Zev, Crusader, Fair Play, Gallant Fox, Twenty-Grand and all the heroes of the turf and track, this record is reverently dedicated.
- ConnectionsFeatured in Clark Gable: Tall, Dark and Handsome (1996)
- SoundtracksMy Old Kentucky Home, Good Night
(1853)
Written by Stephen Foster
In the score for the opening scene at Jim's horse farm
Reprised in the score when Tommy Boy leaves the farm
Reprised in the score when Tommy Boy returns to the farm
Reprised in the score at the end
Featured review
"I guess we need a new deal."
Pleasant movie about a racehorse named Tommy Boy and his various owners. First half is best. It actually becomes less interesting when the focus shifts to Clark Gable and Madge Evans. It's no fault of theirs; their performances are fine and they have good chemistry. But the early parts with Ernest Torrence and the black stable hands is much more moving and powerful. After this it lags some but manages to pick up towards the end. Also worth mentioning is the portrayal of black characters in this film is exceptional for the time. They're treated like human beings with real emotions and families. The racing footage is nice, though I'm not big on horse racing so I am giving a layman's opinion there. It's a surprisingly good movie. I wasn't expecting much going in. Wonderful ending, too.
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- utgard14
- Apr 17, 2014
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- Budget
- $302,000 (estimated)
- Runtime1 hour 22 minutes
- Color
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