Black Beauty (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2015, Black Beauty is a family film directed by Daniel Zirilli, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. A modern retelling of Anna Sewell’s classic novel, Black Beauty explores the heartfelt story of 15 year-old Audry who makes the discovery of a lifetime whilst volunteering at a city animal shelter. Rescued from an abusive owner and recovering from a traumatic past, Black Beauty possesses a most unique quality of character, endearing itself to Audry and her Grandpa who adopt the horse in order to give it a second chance and perhaps even help revitalize their own family situation. Aided by dedicated trainer James and tested by the many challenges of equine life, Black Beauty has his work cut out for him as he embarks on a remarkable journey of discovery and friendship.
Who’s in it. Black Beauty stars Luke Perry as James, Bruce Davison as Grandpa, Sarah Ann Schultz as Kym and Anthony Del Negro as Josh, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Black Beauty has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black Beauty page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black Beauty tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Beauty (2015)?
- In US, Black Beauty is available to stream on fuboTV, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Black Beauty worth watching?
- Black Beauty holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Black Beauty?
- Black Beauty stars Luke Perry, Bruce Davison, Sarah Ann Schultz, Anthony Del Negro and Jennifer Mckenzie.
- When was Black Beauty released?
- Black Beauty was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.