Two Thoroughbreds (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1939, Two Thoroughbreds is a drama and family film directed by Jack Hively, running about 62 minutes. “THREE AGAINST THE WORLD! Unwanted boy, true-blue girl, forgotten colt...in revolt against a world of hate and fear and greed!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A farm boy trains a wild colt on his own.
Who’s in it. Two Thoroughbreds stars Jimmy Lydon as David Carey, Joan Leslie as Wendy Conway (as Joan Brodel), Arthur Hohl as Thaddeus Carey and Marjorie Main as Hildegarde 'Hildy' Carey, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Two Thoroughbreds has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Two Thoroughbreds page.
If you liked it. Fans of Two Thoroughbreds tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Two Thoroughbreds (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Two Thoroughbreds change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Two Thoroughbreds worth watching?
- Two Thoroughbreds holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Two Thoroughbreds?
- Two Thoroughbreds stars Jimmy Lydon, Joan Leslie, Arthur Hohl, Marjorie Main and Selmer Jackson.
- When was Two Thoroughbreds released?
- Two Thoroughbreds was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.