The Horse (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1970, The Horse is a thriller and drama film directed by Pierre Granier-Deferre, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. Auguste Maroilleur, an elderly farmer, exploits 400 hectares of crop land with the help of his family, over which he rules with an iron hand. Things go awry the day he discovers one of his grandsons is involved in drug traffic. To make matters worse, the reckless youth has hidden the white powder in the Maroilleur farm. Without a moment's hesitation, Auguste gets rid of the toxic substance but, of course, the mob has different views...
Who’s in it. The Horse stars Jean Gabin as Auguste Maroilleur, Danièle Ajoret as Louise, Michel Barbey as Maurice and Christian Barbier as Léon, Mathilde’s husband, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Horse has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Horse page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Horse tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Horse (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Horse change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Horse worth watching?
- The Horse holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Horse?
- The Horse stars Jean Gabin, Danièle Ajoret, Michel Barbey, Christian Barbier and Pierre Dux.
- When was The Horse released?
- The Horse was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.