The read
Critics rate it 21 points higher than audiences do. It runs a compact 1h 29m.
Synopsis
Ken McLaughlin is a precocious 10-year-old who lives with his family on a remote Wyoming ranch. When Ken returns home from school with failing grades, his father, Rob, blames the boy's lack of personal responsibility. At the suggestion of his wife, Nell, Rob allows Ken to choose a single colt from the herd to raise as his own. Much to his father's dismay, Ken chooses a fiery mustang filly -- but the two soon become fast friends.
Ratings
IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes86%
Critics rate it 21 points higher than audiences do.
21 audience votes
Key crew
- Harold D. SchusterDirector
- Lillie HaywardScreenplay
Cast
- Roddy McDowallKen McLaughlin
- Preston FosterRob McLaughlin
- Rita JohnsonNell McLaughlin
- James BellGus
- Patti HaleHildy
- Jeff CoreyTim Murphy
- Arthur LoftCharley Sargent
Stills
Themes
horseranchcolthorse ranch