The Shamrock Handicap (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1926, The Shamrock Handicap is a drama and romance film directed by John Ford, running about 66 minutes.
What it’s about. Because he refuses to collect rent payments from his impoverished tenants, kindly Irish nobleman Sir Miles Gaffney is in danger of losing his estate. He is forced to sell off part of his racing stable to a wealthy American, who takes along Gaffney's jockey Neil Ross as part of the bargain. When Neil is crippled in a racing accident, Sir Miles and his daughter Sheila sail to America with their prize horse "Dark Rosaleen" in tow. The first film having an Irish motif that John Ford directed, a six reel delight set in Eire's County Kildare and in the United States, with a steeplechase background, mixing charged elements of comedy and sentimental drama.
Who’s in it. The Shamrock Handicap stars Janet Gaynor as Lady Sheila O'Hara, Leslie Fenton as Neil Ross, Willard Louis as Orville Finch and J. Farrell MacDonald as Con O'Shea, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, The Shamrock Handicap has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Shamrock Handicap page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Shamrock Handicap tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Shamrock Handicap (1926)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Shamrock Handicap change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Shamrock Handicap worth watching?
- The Shamrock Handicap holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Shamrock Handicap?
- The Shamrock Handicap stars Janet Gaynor, Leslie Fenton, Willard Louis, J. Farrell MacDonald and Claire McDowell.
- When was The Shamrock Handicap released?
- The Shamrock Handicap was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.