American Experience S15E11 - Seabiscuit
American Experience (1988)
S15E11 Seabiscuit
Episode Overview
"Seabiscuit" tells the captivating story of the unlikely racehorse that captured the hearts of America during the late 1930s. Featuring insights from author Laura Hillenbrand, who wrote "Seabiscuit: An American Legend," the documentary explores this horse's extraordinary journey, despite being labeled an "equine catastrophe" by narrator Scott Glenn. It also highlights the struggles of his determined jockey, Red Pollard, who faced numerous injuries. Despite these challenges, Seabiscuit triumphed, delivering a particularly memorable performance in the 1940 Santa Anita Derby, where both he and Pollard were making comebacks from their respective injuries.