The Horse That Cried (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1957, The Horse That Cried is a drama film directed by Mark Donskoy, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. An adaptation of a story by Mikhailo Kotsyubinsky, a Ukrainian writer executed in the Stalinist purges but rehabilitated in 1955, that anticipates the Ukrainian "poetic cinema" of the '60s in its focus on star-crossed lovers and its celebration of nature. Set in the 1830s, the film follows two lovers on the run - a girl forced into marriage and her boyfriend, a serf who's being sought by the authorities - as they try to make their way to freedom.
Who’s in it. The Horse That Cried stars Vera Donskaya, Yuri Dedovich, Ivan Tverdokhlib and Olga Petrova, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Horse That Cried 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 That Cried page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Horse That Cried tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Horse That Cried (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Horse That Cried change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Horse That Cried worth watching?
- The Horse That Cried holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Horse That Cried?
- The Horse That Cried stars Vera Donskaya, Yuri Dedovich, Ivan Tverdokhlib, Olga Petrova and Sergei Shishko.
- When was The Horse That Cried released?
- The Horse That Cried was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.