The Wooden Horse (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1950, The Wooden Horse is a drama and war film directed by Jack Lee, running about 101 minutes. “Charged with high voltage excitement !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. True story of three British POWs and their attempt to escape from Nazi Germany
Who’s in it. The Wooden Horse stars Leo Genn as Peter Howard, David Tomlinson as Phil, Anthony Steel as John Clinton and David Greene as Nick Bennett, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Wooden Horse has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Wooden Horse page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wooden Horse tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Wooden Horse (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Wooden Horse change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Wooden Horse worth watching?
- The Wooden Horse holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Wooden Horse?
- The Wooden Horse stars Leo Genn, David Tomlinson, Anthony Steel, David Greene and Peter Burton.
- When was The Wooden Horse released?
- The Wooden Horse was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.