Seabiscuit: The Lost Documentary
★ 8 · 2003 · 50m · Documentary
Made in 1939 by Seabiscuit's owner Charles Howard. This inspirational film chronicles Seabiscuit's life from birth, through training, and the legendary match race with War Admiral.
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