Francis Goes to the Races
1951, English. Directed by Arthur Lubin.
A Riot of Laughs when Francis Talks to Horses - and gets the Winner of every Race!
In this funny sequel to the popular Francis the Talking Mule, the talkative Mule and his pal Peter get a job working on a horse-breeder's ranch. They end up saving it from financial ruin when Francis, who has the inside track with the racehorses, provides Peter with names of the winners before the races are run. Sure enough Peter finds himself with a fistful of cash and uses it to buy a racehorse for the farm. Unfortunately, the horse he chooses is suffering from a debilitating lack of confidence. When not dealing with the mare, Peter finds time to court the horse breeder's niece and trying to avoid the gangsters who want in on the winnings.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Details
- Released
- 1 May 1951
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Oscar Brodney, Robert Arthur, David Stern
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Francis Goes to the Races: quick answers
What should I watch before Francis Goes to the Races?
Watch Francis (1950) first.
What comes after Francis Goes to the Races?
Next in the series: Francis Goes to West Point (1952), Francis Covers the Big Town (1953), and Francis Joins the WACS (1954).
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How long is Francis Goes to the Races?
Francis Goes to the Races runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does Francis Goes to the Races have a post-credits scene?
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Francis Goes to the Races parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Francis Goes to the Races is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Francis Goes to the Races on?
Francis Goes to the Races isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Francis Goes to the Races?
If you liked Francis Goes to the Races, try Rugrats Go Wild, Under Wraps 2, My Little Pony: A New Generation.
Who directed Francis Goes to the Races?
Francis Goes to the Races (1951) was directed by Arthur Lubin and stars Donald O'Connor, Piper Laurie, Cecil Kellaway.