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"Secretariat" (2010)

The scoop on "Secretariat" including photos, review, trailer, clips, interviews, posters and cast list for this dramatic movie starring Diane Lane, John Malkovich, and Dylan Walsh.

Movie Synopsis: Based on the remarkable true story, "Secretariat" chronicles the spectacular journey of the 1973 Triple Crown winner. Housewife and mother Penny Chenery (Diane Lane) agrees to take over her ailing father’s Virginia-based Meadow Stables, despite her lack of horse-racing knowledge. Against all odds, Chenery—with the help of veteran trainer Lucien Laurin (John Malkovich)—manages to navigate the male-dominated business, ultimately fostering the first Triple Crown winner in 25 years and what may be the greatest racehorse of all time.
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"Secretariat" Photo Gallery

Gallery of photos from the dramatic film "Secretariat" starring Diane Lane, John Malkovich, Nelsan Ellis and Otto Thorwarth.

"Secretariat" Movie Review

Everyone even slightly familiar with horse racing knows the name of the horse who's considered the greatest to ever circle the track. Secretariat left behind an incredible legacy with his string of record-setting wins that may never be broken. And in Walt Disney Pictures' "Secretariat," the legendary thoroughbred races once more in stunningly recreated footage of the Triple Crown winner's breathtaking races.

Exclusive Interview with "Secretariat" Director Randall Wallace

As director Randall Wallace points out, "Secretariat" - the story of one of the greatest racehorses in history - is almost too incredible to be true. Audiences unfamiliar with the famous Triple Crown-winning horse might believe Wallace and screenwriter Mike Rich have tacked on a Hollywood ending to their film. But all of Secretariat's accomplishments, and those of his owner Penny Chenery (played by Oscar nominee Diane Lane), shown in the film are based on real events.

What You Need to Know About "Secretariat"

Behind the scenes look at the inspirational film including filming locations, trivia, and info on the real racehorse.

"Secretariat" Trailer

You don't have to be a fan of horseracing to want to check out the trailer and videos from "Secretariat," based on the true story of an incredible horse.

"Secretariat" Movie Posters

Poster tagline: "The impossible true story"

At the Premiere: Diane Lane Interview

Diane Lane stars as Penny Chenery, the owner of the greatest racehorse of all time, in Disney's inspirational true story, "Secretariat." At the film's world premiere, Lane talked about the responsibility of playing Penny and getting the story right.

At the Premiere: AJ Michalka Interview

AJ Michalka stars as Kate Tweedy, daughter of the owner of Secretariat, Penny Chenery (played by Diane Lane), in the inspirational drama "Secretariat." At the film's world premiere, Michalka talked about the real Kate and playing a hippie.

At the Premiere: Randall Wallace, Sean Cunningham, Carissa Capobianco

Director Randall Wallace joined the cast of "Secretariat" - including Sean Cunningham and Carissa Capobianco - on the red carpet for the world premiere of the inspirational tale from Walt Disney Pictures.

At the Premiere: Dylan Baker and Dylan Walsh Interviews

Dylan Walsh and Dylan Baker star in Walt Disney Pictures' "Secretariat," the amazing true story of one of the greatest racehorses in history. Walsh plays the husband of Secretariat's owner (played by Diane Lane) and Baker co-stars as Lane's brother.

At the Premiere: "Secretariat" Cast Interviews

James Cromwell, Margo Martindale, and Eric Lange discussed their roles in "Secretariat" on the red carpet at the world premiere of the Walt Disney Pictures' film, which tells the inspirational true story of the greatest racehorse in history.

"Secretariat" Credits

Cast list for "Secretariat," MPAA rating, and release date info.

Official "Secretariat" Website

Disney's official site for "Secretariat." Release Date: October 8, 2010

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