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Ruffian (2007)

Movie ★ 8.6 89 min

Ruffian is an American made-for-television movie that tells the story of the U.S. Racing Hall of Fame Champion thoroughbred filly Ruffian who went undefeated until her death after breaking down in a nationally televised match race at Belmont Park on July 6, 1975 against the Kentucky Derby winner, Foolish Pleasure. Made by ESPN Original Entertainment, the film is directed by Yves Simoneau and stars Sam Shepard as Ruffian's trainer, Frank Whiteley. The producers used four different geldings in the role of Ruffian. Locations for the 2007 film included Louisiana Downs in Shreveport, Louisiana and Belmont Park in Elmont, New York.

Yves Simoneau Director Jim Burnstein Writer Garrett K. Schiff Writer

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Quick facts

Released
June 9, 2007
Runtime
89 min
IMDb
tt0499558
Language
Studio
Orly Adelson Productions, ESPN Films,

Cast

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Frequently asked questions

What is Ruffian about?
Ruffian is an American made-for-television movie that tells the story of the U.S. Racing Hall of Fame Champion thoroughbred filly Ruffian who went undefeated until her death after breaking down in a nationally televised match race at Belmont Park on July 6, 1975 against the Kentucky Derby winner, Foolish Pleasure. Made by ESPN Original Entertainment, the film is directed by Yves Simoneau and stars Sam Shepard as Ruffian's trainer, Frank Whiteley. The producers used four different geldings in the role of Ruffian. Locations for the 2007 film included Louisiana Downs in Shreveport, Louisiana and Belmont Park in Elmont, New York.
Who directed Ruffian?
Ruffian was directed by Yves Simoneau.
Who stars in Ruffian?
Ruffian stars Sam Shepard, Frank Whaley, Laura Bailey, Nicholas Pryor.
When was Ruffian released?
Ruffian is a 2007 drama, tv movie film.
Where can I watch Ruffian?
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