The Thoroughbred (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1929, The Thoroughbred is a drama film directed by Sidney Morgan, running about 64 minutes.
What it’s about. A jockey finds himself caught in a web of corruption. He is heavily pressured to "throw" The Derby, one of the most prestigious horse races in the world. The primary source of this pressure is the wife of a Member of Parliament, who is deeply involved in gambling and uses her influence to try and manipulate the outcome of the race for her own financial gain.
Who’s in it. The Thoroughbred stars Ian Hunter as Allen Stockbridge, Louise Prussing as Constance Stockbridge, Richard Barclay as Laddie Gray and H. Agar Lyons as The Bookmaker.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Thoroughbred sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Thoroughbred page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Thoroughbred tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Thoroughbred (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Thoroughbred change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Thoroughbred worth watching?
- The Thoroughbred holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Thoroughbred?
- The Thoroughbred stars Ian Hunter, Louise Prussing, Richard Barclay and H. Agar Lyons.
- When was The Thoroughbred released?
- The Thoroughbred was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 64 minutes.