Black Beauty
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Synopsis
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."
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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
John Burton
Dr. White
Olaf Hytten
Mr. Gordon
Leyland Hodgson
Auctioneer
Clifford Brooke
Veterinarian
Highland Dale
Black Beauty
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 29, 1946
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Max Nosseck
- Screenplay & Story
- Agnes Christine Johnston, Lillie Hayward
- Original Score
- Dimitri Tiomkin
- Original Title
- Black Beauty
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Production Studios
- Edward L. Alperson Productions, 20th Century Fox
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Max Nosseck
Agnes Christine Johnston, Lillie Hayward, Anna Sewell
Dimitri Tiomkin
J. Roy Hunt
Martin Cole
Edward L. Alperson
Department Leadership Roster
Max Nosseck
Director
Agnes Christine Johnston
Screenplay
Edward L. Alperson
Producer
Lillie Hayward
Screenplay
J. Roy Hunt
Director of Photography
Dimitri Tiomkin
Original Music Composer
Martin Cole
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Black Beauty
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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."
Who directed Black Beauty?
Black Beauty was directed by Max Nosseck.
Who stars in Black Beauty?
The principal cast of Black Beauty includes Mona Freeman, Richard Denning, Evelyn Ankers, Charles Evans, J.M. Kerrigan.
When was Black Beauty released and how long is it?
Black Beauty was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 1h 14m.
Who composed the musical score for Black Beauty?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Black Beauty was composed by Dimitri Tiomkin.
Is Black Beauty based on a book or true story?
Black Beauty is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Anna Sewell".