Pit Pony (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Series · ★ 8.5
Released in 1999, Pit Pony is a drama and family series.
What it’s about. In 1904, on the Nova Scotia island of Cape Breton, 12-year-old Willie McLean, following the death of his father, joins the coal mines, where he bonds with the working horses underground. His family's mining legacy shapes their lives.
Who’s in it. Pit Pony stars Alex Wrathell as Willie MacLean, Jennie Raymond as Nellie MacLean Hall, Shaun Smyth as Ned Hall and Elliot Page as Maggie MacLean (as Ellen Philpotts-Page), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, Pit Pony sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, Starz Apple TV Channel, Starz Roku Premium Channel and YouTube TV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pit Pony page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pit Pony tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pit Pony (1999)?
- In US, Pit Pony is available to stream on Philo, Starz Apple TV Channel and Starz Roku Premium Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Pit Pony worth watching?
- Pit Pony holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Pit Pony?
- Pit Pony stars Alex Wrathell, Jennie Raymond, Shaun Smyth, Elliot Page and Matthew Harris.
- When was Pit Pony released?
- Pit Pony was released in 1999.