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Release Year2007
Runtime1h 29m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationNR
GenresDrama, TV Movie
Votes12
DirectorYves Simoneau
WritersJim Burnstein, Garrett K. Schiff
TypeFeature Film
Rating8.0 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsRuffian
About Ruffian
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.
Directed by Yves Simoneau, Ruffian leans on a strong ensemble — Sam Shepard, Frank Whaley, Laura Bailey — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2007.
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