This 5-hour miniseries from the late 1970"s is clearly the best production of "Black Beauty" I have ever seen. There is no doubt other well done shows, but this miniseries captures the novel ( One of the greatest novels written ) in a wonderful way. The cast was first rate and when I see Bill Devane, I have no choice but to say "aw, the poor horse". You need to hear it from him with his Irish Accent. I suggest all adults and children alike to experience this great production in all it's glory. The book was adapted by Peter S. Fischer of "Columbo" and "Murder, She Wrote" fame. His other miniseries "Once an Eagle" is being released in August and his short lived gem "Ellery Queen" is being released in September.I recommend all these shows to all.thank you,Chris FischerOnce An Eagle starring Sam Elliott! Epic miniseries - over 7 hours!