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National Velvet

National Velvet

Simple story of a boy... a girl... and a horse! Set to the thunder of the Grand National Steeplechase!

Mi Taylor is a young wanderer and opportunist who finds himself in the quiet English countryside home of the Brown family. The youngest daughter, Velvet, has a passion for horses and when she wins the spirited steed Pie in a town lottery, Mi is encouraged to train the horse.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: National Velvet
  • Genres: Drama, Family
  • Release Date: 1945-01-26
  • Runtime: 123 minutes
  • Rating: 7.2/10 (114 votes)
  • Budget: $2,770,000
  • Revenue: $5,840,000
  • Production Companies: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.1681
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Mickey Rooney

Mickey Rooney

as Michael 'Mi' Taylor

Donald Crisp

Donald Crisp

as Mr. Herbert Brown

Elizabeth Taylor

Elizabeth Taylor

as Velvet Brown

Anne Revere

Anne Revere

as Mrs. Araminty Brown

Angela Lansbury

Angela Lansbury

as Edwina Brown

Jackie 'Butch' Jenkins

Jackie 'Butch' Jenkins

as Donald Brown

Juanita Quigley

Juanita Quigley

as Malvolia 'Mally' Brown

Reginald Owen

Reginald Owen

as Farmer Ede

Norma Varden

Norma Varden

as Miss Sims

Terry Kilburn

Terry Kilburn

as Theodore 'Ted'

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Trailers & Clips

National Velvet (1944) Original Trailer [HD]

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Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is National Velvet?

National Velvet is a Drama, Family movie directed by . It was released on 1945-01-26.

Who are the main actors in National Velvet?

The main cast includes Mickey Rooney, Donald Crisp, Elizabeth Taylor, Anne Revere, Angela Lansbury, .

Where can I watch National Velvet online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if National Velvet is available.

Is National Velvet based on a true story?

Simple story of a boy... a girl... and a horse! Set to the thunder of the Grand National Steeplechase!

What is the IMDb rating of National Velvet?

National Velvet has an IMDb rating of 7.2/10 based on 114 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of National Velvet?

The movie had a production budget of $2,770,000 and earned $5,840,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for National Velvet?

The soundtrack was composed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was National Velvet filmed?

National Velvet was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is National Velvet?

The total runtime of National Velvet is 123 minutes.

Is National Velvet suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to National Velvet?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to National Velvet.

Does National Velvet have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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