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The Rocking Horse Winner

Genre:Drama

Released:1982-11-25

Runtime:33

Overview

In Paul's family, there is always talk about needing more money. The tension in the household over lack of funds weighs heavily on Paul's young mind. After Paul's uncle cracks a joke about "filthy lucker", he becomes obsessed with finding luck, so that his family will have the money they need. His luck at the race track begins to improve, but the cost may be higher than anyone knows. Nominated for a BAFTA award in 1983.


Cast:

Eleanor David

Character: Mrs. Grahame

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Charles Keating

Character: Oscar

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Gabriel Byrne

Character: Bassett

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Charles Hathorn

Character: Paul

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Elizabeth Millbank

Character: Governess

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Geoffrey Whitehead

Character: Father

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Marissa Dunlop

Character: Flora

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Chloe Billington

Character: Joan

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Nicholas Farrell

Character: Lawyer

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Michael Denison

Character: Race Commentator

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