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The Bluegrass Special (1977)

Movie 48 min

Drama

Penny is a teenage horse trainer with a very special dream of becoming a jockey. She picks Woodhill to compete in the upcoming Bluegrass Special; Woodhill is a beautiful race horse with a bad reputation who threw and injured his rider during a race in Tijuana. Penny's devotion and determination are an inspiration to anyone who believes that dreams can come true.

Andrew V. McLaglen Director

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Quick facts

Released
May 22, 1977
Runtime
48 min
IMDb
tt0561251
Language

Themes

Cast

Devon Ericson Devon Ericson Penny Wainwright Celeste Holm Celeste Holm Deirdre Wainwright Davy Jones Davy Jones Davey Sanders William Windom William Windom Phil Wainwright Ray Bianco Jockey (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Bluegrass Special about?
Penny is a teenage horse trainer with a very special dream of becoming a jockey. She picks Woodhill to compete in the upcoming Bluegrass Special; Woodhill is a beautiful race horse with a bad reputation who threw and injured his rider during a race in Tijuana. Penny's devotion and determination are an inspiration to anyone who believes that dreams can come true.
Who directed The Bluegrass Special?
The Bluegrass Special was directed by Andrew V. McLaglen.
Who stars in The Bluegrass Special?
The Bluegrass Special stars Devon Ericson, Celeste Holm, Davy Jones, William Windom.
When was The Bluegrass Special released?
The Bluegrass Special is a 1977 drama film.
Where can I watch The Bluegrass Special?
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