Secretariat (2010)

Cast

Diane Lane
as Penny Chenery
John Malkovich
as Lucien Laurin
James Cromwell
as Ogden Phipps
Graham McTavish
as Earl Jansen

Get more information about Secretariat (2010) on IMDb

Genres & Description

Biography Drama Family History Sport

7.2 / 10

Housewife and mother Penny Chenery agrees to take over her ailing father's Virginia-based Meadow Stables, despite her lack of horse-racing knowledge. Against all odds, Chenery -- with the help of veteran trainer Lucien Laurin -- manages to navigate the male-dominated business, ultimately fostering the first Triple Crown winner in twenty-five years.

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liz ben

Just finished watching this movie. Amazing movie! - @Monday, October 17, 2011 1:33 AM

Carolyn F.

@LoveLiveJump It was "impossible" because a woman who knew nothing about horse racing gambled on a horse that did the unthinkable. He won the Triple Crown after no horse had in 25 years & then broke each of the track records (Preakness time we'll never know since the clock broke) but set the track record for the Kentucky Derby & the world record for the Belmont & both still stand today. BTW, only 2 other horses won the TC since ..& both back in the 1970's. But Secretariat's times still stand! - @Wednesday, September 7, 2011 12:31 AM

Carolyn F.

The best video I've seen on youtube that captured what we emotionally experienced back when Secretariat won the Triple Crown in the 1973 Belmont is -"Secretariat A Moment of Eternity". What he did that day was the only supernatural athletic performance ever recorded. Almost 40 years later...and no athlete has ever come close to that magical day we witnessed. Still brings tears to people's eyes. - @Tuesday, August 30, 2011 1:09 AM

Rayne Silverwing

@catrinmorris Remember this is years and years ago that this horse lived. They probably didn't have the treatment back then. - @Saturday, August 27, 2011 12:05 AM

kasixix

@catrinmorris Sorry, but whenever I see a documentary on animal rescue on National Geographic or Discovery, the impression I get is, that they put down every animal that gives "any trouble". This happens to dogs which after not being fed regularly in the past don't "pass the test" of having a fake hand put into the bowl. Christ, I had like 5 healthy dogs and I would never even think of trying this. - @Friday, August 26, 2011 11:12 AM

Veronica Kurek

i <3 secretariat - @Thursday, August 18, 2011 4:15 PM

LadyBee

Secretariat was an amazing horse. But I can't help feeling bad for Sham. If he had been racing another year, he would for sure have won the Triple Crown. ;) - @Sunday, August 14, 2011 7:39 PM

TakeBackAmerica2012

@LoveLiveJump Because the odds were so much against Penny. She had to battle just about every force in her life to make this happen but she was determined and she wanted to leave a legacy that her father would be proud of. It is extremely difficult to get a horse to the triple crown races, much less win all 3. That's why there has only been a handful of them that have won it all. Also you have to understand the times, Penny was a woman in a man's world. - @Friday, August 12, 2011 11:37 AM

anewmeePassion

just finished watching this a few minutes ago. One Word: Ah-ma-zing. Inspiring as well. - @Tuesday, August 9, 2011 5:25 PM

Sophie Hall

after i saw this movie i was the biggest racing fan - @Thursday, August 4, 2011 10:12 PM

Number1HorseyGal

my horse is related to Secretariat :P and foolish pleasure (who versed ruffian), northern dancer and star watch :D i'm so privileged - @Tuesday, August 2, 2011 5:51 AM

Morgan Something

what is interesting is no horse has won the triple crown since 1973. I would love to see one in my life time if you know what I mean. - @Wednesday, July 20, 2011 11:34 PM

Eventoholic

Anyone know the music at 2:04? - @Sunday, July 17, 2011 2:37 PM

Samantha Rose

@Oedipus58921 It's a story about a once real horse. - @Thursday, July 14, 2011 2:00 AM

Oedipus58921

@catrinmorris you're cool, but you do know its a movie...is not suppose to be like real life most of the time ;-) - @Saturday, June 18, 2011 9:58 PM

Catrin Morris

can't believe they put him down after a month of having laminitis. my boyfriends horse had laminitis and went through months of expensive treatment and years after he's healthy and still winning in horse shows. - @Thursday, June 16, 2011 4:30 PM

Kristy7226

@rebeccas0 I'm with you there. I refuse to watch a move where an animal dies or is harmed. But no worries--no animals die in this film. - @Wednesday, June 8, 2011 8:39 PM

Jess Wynne

Does anybody know when this is out in Australia? I'm dying to see it! - @Sunday, May 29, 2011 4:20 AM

Ally Rice

personally i hate this movie just not enough action! Way too much business talk!! - @Saturday, May 14, 2011 3:28 PM

Carolyn F.

@AJourneyOf1000Miles Secretariat set all 3 TC records. The clock malfunctioned during the Preakness. He still holds the KD & Belmont (still the world record for 1 mile & half) and ties for the fastest Preakness. (Video shows he was actually 6 lengths ahead of the other horse he "tied" when they were run side by side). He is the only horse in the history of TC to INCREASE his speed throughout the KD & Belmont while breaking speed records. No horse, or human, has ever matched that feat. - @Thursday, May 12, 2011 3:11 AM

7t8h4z

Back in '73 this great horse was the first racehorse I had ever paid any attention to. But you couldn't pick up any magazine without him on the cover! Secretariat was a household name everybody knew! He was legendary. Like a rock star. - @Sunday, May 8, 2011 11:45 AM

Schillaci01

@thebackgroundartiste One of Secretariat's offspring (Kingston Town), a big bold chestnut striking in appearance like Big Red, still, to this day, holds the Melbourne Cup (16 furlong) Race & Track Record, a feat accomplished in 1990. Despite a barrage of foreign invaders from England, Ireland, Wales, France, Japan, HK, NZ, UAE etc, none have even come close to nearing that record. Not bad for a breed that lacked stamina!! Go Big Red, you are and will always be THE BEST. RIP Champ :) - @Sunday, May 8, 2011 9:06 AM

Taija Gardner

@modar30 you should try watching Seabiscuit :) I guarantee you'll love it. It's a true story about how a race horse became a symbol of hope during the Great Depression. :) - @Saturday, May 7, 2011 3:42 AM

Marissa Guzman

Smarty Jones was just one more milameter from winning this and overcoming Secratariat in 2007. - @Tuesday, April 19, 2011 6:31 AM

DSMT

@SBluvr99 *dances* - @Monday, April 4, 2011 5:33 PM

DSMT

@magicianwizardking WHO'S AT THE DOOR? - @Monday, April 4, 2011 5:32 PM

liberatingstrife

@AJourneyOf1000Miles That was the Belmont--the KD was close~. - @Saturday, April 2, 2011 11:28 PM

junior

Excellent movie!! Highly recommended!! - @Thursday, March 31, 2011 12:22 PM

AJourneyOf1000Miles

Cool trailer. I kind of remember seeing it happen in real life; the wins, I mean. Secretariat was an awesome horse. If memory serves, he won the KD by 33 lengths going away...? - @Monday, March 28, 2011 5:18 AM

LunaRosez

One of the best movies I've ever seen. It makes me want to ride more often then I do. Secretariat (Big Red) is amazing, he's a beautiful horse and I love how this is a real story. Also they have the original lady (AKA Penny Chenery Tweedy) in the movie around the end. It's a must see film that touches your heart :) If it didn't you're a heartless, sad, lonely person, living with no love in your heart. I recommend this movie to every age group, especially since this is a family film. - @Sunday, March 20, 2011 1:28 PM

LUIS SANTIAGO HERNANDEZ

@antonio151086 de hecho si existio y esta catalogado como uno de los 100 deportistas mas grandes del siglo xx, puedes ver sus carreras en youtube. - @Thursday, March 10, 2011 12:02 AM

katnjas

You wouldnt believe that Secretariat was a real horse, won by over 20 lengths in his major race jeez - @Saturday, March 5, 2011 5:43 AM

eryn1066

@modar30 If you liked this film, maybe you should see "Seabiscuit" too. Both films are about real horses and how they became great champions and symbols of courage - @Wednesday, March 2, 2011 8:14 PM

jermaineonealnumber7

I absolutely adored Gary Ross' Seabiscuit & I will love Secretariat as well, I can't wait to go see it. Also Ruffian, Dreamer aren't bad movies neither. Gary Ross talked in an interview about the Secretariat movie, but I thought it would never happen. I think he was asked to make a movie, but he declined for some reason. - @Thursday, February 17, 2011 7:07 PM

bmcelrath1

Loved this movie. - @Monday, February 14, 2011 2:51 PM

queensquirrl

I just watched the movie last night and loved it. During the race scenes starting with the Derby I got the same anxiety I do when watching the races on TV....even though I knew he won....I still was nervous. Great movie...although I am still partial to Seabiscuit. - @Friday, February 11, 2011 4:24 AM

TheProfessorOfLife

The movie was great, but historically inaccurate. The movie never said a word about the great Riva Ridge, which was trained by Lucien Lauren and ridden by Ron Turcotte in 1972, the year before Secretariat's Triple Crown wins. It was Riva Ridge that saved Meadow Stables from financial disaster. He won the Kentucky Derby and Belmont in 1972, and if not for a sloppy track in the Preakness, Riva Ridge could have won the Triple Crown. I guess Disney decided to omit these facts. - @Wednesday, February 9, 2011 6:24 PM

Carolyn F.

@ghlover2001 He's my all time hero too:-) I was 17 at the time you can not imagine the country's excitement over him. He did what no human or horse has ever done in HISTORY. He broke the KD & Belmont by SPEEDING UP throughout each race. He set every world record in the Belmont (except the first quarter) & was still speeding up at the finish.His Preakness "sprint" to the front has never been done. The clock broke so we'll never know his time. He was the greatest miracle of nature we'll ever see. - @Tuesday, February 8, 2011 5:12 PM

ghlover2001

This movie was perfect. I've always loved horses and I'd certainly heard the name Secretariat before, but never EVER could I have guessed the unbelievable story behind his fame. Sounds crazy but Secretariat is now my idol. - @Monday, February 7, 2011 4:27 AM

Daniela Miguéns

I just saw this movie this affternoon and I love it! Maybe the best movie Walt Disney mada!! - @Sunday, February 6, 2011 8:22 PM

Sahara LaDue

@Melbaly1cp I have the same dream!!!!!!I feel the exact same way!!! Maybe someday, we'll race together. :) - @Thursday, February 3, 2011 7:00 PM

Charliecomet82

Where's the dance?! - @Monday, January 31, 2011 8:01 AM

Amandaaks36

I feel like she's telling the opposite of how she feels. For instance, you run at it. ? Or When the horn sounds sounds like what she is afraid of. And I'm afraid of her. Black sheep in white sheeps clothing maybe???? - @Saturday, January 22, 2011 5:20 AM

lauren sharkcry

I love thoroughbreds but arabians are way better if you ask me. However, Secretariat is my idol - @Friday, January 21, 2011 5:47 PM

Carolyn F.

The movie did not capture the "magic" of what we saw in 1973. Secretariat is the most supernatural creature that ever lived. When a horse race can make people cry even after 38 yrs..the miracle will never be duplicated. What Sec did in the Belmont has never been recorded in history, even by man. He speeded up WHILE breaking the world record each quarter mile. He also raced faster in the Derby. The Preakness burst of speed has never been done by another horse. He was THE genetic, perfect 10. - @Thursday, January 20, 2011 8:26 PM

zebzeb2008

@alarae93 my horse is also related quite closely!! - @Tuesday, January 18, 2011 8:29 PM

lelaaaa lelitsaaa

fantastic...amazing i like it :D - @Saturday, January 15, 2011 10:23 PM

lelaaaa lelitsaaa

it's awsome....i like it <3 - @Saturday, January 15, 2011 10:21 PM

foolwrong

Fantastic movie!...i wonder who will win in a match race between Secretariat and Seabiscuit.... Both Horse are great horses. - @Saturday, January 15, 2011 12:16 AM

bubbles140906

what an awesome movie i love horseracing movies this is one of the best The Best Horseracing Movie is by far and wide is Seabiscuit if any out there hasent seen it plz go now lol - @Thursday, January 13, 2011 10:31 PM