A Kingdom for a Horse (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1949, A Kingdom for a Horse is a comedy and romance film directed by Jaap Speyer, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Heintje Blom, a simple working woman, is told to move into a villa in a posh part of town. The inhabitants are none too pleased, but in spite of the class division a romance blossoms between the rich family’s son and Heintje’s daughter. The two families warm to each other in the end and the happy pair is united in wedded bliss. This comedy about the post-war housing shortage marked the return of the feature length Dutch film to the cinemas.
Who’s in it. A Kingdom for a Horse stars Henriëtte Davids as Heintje Blom, Johan Kaart as Kobus Blom, Annie Van Duyn as Daisy Blom and Rob de Vries as Rob van Laar, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, A Kingdom for a Horse has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Kingdom for a Horse page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Kingdom for a Horse tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Kingdom for a Horse (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Kingdom for a Horse change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Kingdom for a Horse worth watching?
- A Kingdom for a Horse holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Kingdom for a Horse?
- A Kingdom for a Horse stars Henriëtte Davids, Johan Kaart, Annie Van Duyn, Rob de Vries and Tilly Perin-Bouwmeester.
- When was A Kingdom for a Horse released?
- A Kingdom for a Horse was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.