Black Beauty
1946, English. Directed by Max Nosseck.
The most beloved of all animals...in the most exciting of all adventures
Based on Anna Sewell's novel. In rural England of the 1880's, widower Squire Wendon is rearing his young daughter Anne. Her father has forbidden her to be present when their mare, "Duchess," gives birth. Anne sneaks out to the stable, however, and is discovered by her father who forbids her ever to ride Duchess again. Despite this punishment, he gives Anne Duchess's colt because it is her birthday, and she names him "Black Beauty."
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 29 August 1946
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Agnes Christine Johnston, Lillie Hayward
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What Black Beauty is based on
Black Beauty is based on Black Beauty, an 1877 novel by Anna Sewell, published by Jarrold.
Novel · 1877
Black Beauty
By Anna Sewell
Published by Jarrold
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Black Beauty runs 74 minutes (1h 14m).
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Black Beauty isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Black Beauty?
If you liked Black Beauty, try Black Beauty, Dreamer: Inspired By a True Story, Flicka: Country Pride.
Who directed Black Beauty?
Black Beauty (1946) was directed by Max Nosseck and stars Mona Freeman, Richard Denning, Evelyn Ankers.
What is Black Beauty based on?
Black Beauty is based on Black Beauty, an 1877 novel by Anna Sewell, published by Jarrold.