A Horseshoe for Luck (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1946, A Horseshoe for Luck is an animation film directed by Karel Zeman, running about 4 minutes.
What it’s about. A walking on the street finds a horseshoe, thinks it's a good luck charm. So, he decides to take it with him home and find a suitable place for it. He soon discovers that the horseshoe brings him nothing but bad luck.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, A Horseshoe for Luck has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Horseshoe for Luck page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Horseshoe for Luck tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Horseshoe for Luck (1946)?
- In US, A Horseshoe for Luck is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is A Horseshoe for Luck worth watching?
- A Horseshoe for Luck holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was A Horseshoe for Luck released?
- A Horseshoe for Luck was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 4 minutes.