Fact-based drama set in Depression-era America. A racehorse is written off as too small to be a contender, but a millionaire spots his potential to become a champion, recruiting a cowboy as its trainer and a half-blind former prizefighter to ride him. Their efforts result in a legendary winning streak that captures the hearts of the nation. With Tobey Maguire, Jeff Bridges, Chris Cooper and William H Macy.

True story of the undersized Depression-era racehorse whose victories lifted not only the spirits of the team behind it but also those of their nation.