The Adventures of Black Beauty (1972)
The Adventures of Black Beauty is a British family adventure series broadcast on ITV1. Produced by London Weekend Television, the 52-episode series was inspired by Anna Sewell's novel but featured new characters, including Dr James Gordon and his children, who, in 19th century rural England, take in the horse Black Beauty.
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Episodes
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1. The Fugitive1972-09-17 · 25mDr James Gordon and his two children Vicky and Kevin move from London to the country. On the first day, Vicky brings home an injured horse, seeking her father's help. Everyone can
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2. The Hostage1972-09-24 · 25mAn escaped convict holds Kevin and Black Beauty hostage, and forces Vicky to get food and clothes so he can complete his bid for freedom.
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3. The Pit Pony1972-10-01 · 25mA young miner steals a pony sold for slaughter and with Vicky's helps hide it at home. The owner soon tracks them down and causes trouble for the young pair.
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4. The Horse Thieves1972-10-13 · 25mVicky, Kevin and Black Beauty encounter two workmen who decide that stealing the horse is a means to a better life. Where they choose to hide Beauty is unfortunately the site of dy
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5. Runaway1972-10-20 · 25mWhile riding Beauty, Vicky and Kevin encounter a threatening recluse at the Abbott farm. Despite being warned to stay away, the children persist in solving the mystery. When a runa
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6. Warhorse1972-10-27 · 25mGordon and Vicky rescue a former army horse whose end seems near. New neighbour Robbie, sheltered by his grandmother, befriends with Vicky and Kevin, and becomes enchanted by the n
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7. The Horsemen1972-11-03 · 25mBeauty is at risk from a spoiled young woman used to getting everything that she wants. In order to save Beauty, Vicky enlists the help of a secret society sworn to protect the int
- 8 8. The Duel1972-11-10 · 25mVicky discovers a young man wounded in a duel. She takes him home but the family is soon caught up in a dangerous and treacherous plot that places them all in peril.
- 9 9. The Viking Helmet: Part 11972-11-17 · 25mKevin and Robbie find an old helmet with a wing and lose the wing on the way home. An archaeologist from a nearby dig dismisses the helmet as a reproduction of little value, but wh
- 10 10. The Viking Helmet: Part 21972-11-24 · 25mThe thief escapes custody and heads back to the excavation site in search of the missing gold wing. Robbie, believing he knows its location, rides Beauty to the area. While looking
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11. Day of Reckoning1972-12-01 · 25mBeauty starts showing unusual behaviour and Gordon suspects rabies. After Beauty attacks two men—including the new constable, she is ordered destroyed. But Vicky hides her horse, n
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12. Man Trap1972-12-08 · 25mNew gamekeeper Ted Hewitt sets out snares and traps on Lord Eddington's estate to protect game and catch poachers. This doesn't sit well with Gordon, who, with Vicky, pays him a vi
- 13 13. Clown on Horseback1972-12-23 · 25mKevin and Robbie befriend an unfunny clown named Andy, while Vicky tries to help Dan tame Mr Collin's horse Thunder. It turns out Andy's skills and comedy are tied to working with
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14. Three Lock to Fortune1973-12-06 · 25mVicky's friend Colin returns from school and informs her that his grandfather's estate is to be auctioned. The kids learn of a family secret that if discovered, may provide the fun
- 15 15. Recruiting Sergeant1973-01-01 · 25mVicky discovers young Tom Honeywell hiding in the church cemetery, on the run after deserting the army. The local recruiter confiscates Beauty until Tom returns, and Kevin is trick
- 16 16. The Debt1973-01-20 · 25mAmy's nephew steals Beauty after she refuses to give him £50 to get out of debt to a nefarious bookie. To rescue Beauty and her nephew, Amy must pawn her jewellery and hurry to the
- 17 17. The Horse Healer1973-01-27 · 25mA vagabond natural healer is on the run from several people who hold him responsible for regrettable outcomes. Vicky and her father step in to give him temporary sanctuary, which i
- 18 18. The Witch1973-02-03 · 25mWhile riding Beauty, Vicky meets an old woman, who many in town think is a witch. After she scares Kevin when he tries to retrieve a kite from the roof of her cottage, he sets out
- 19 19. The Ponies1973-02-10 · 25mGordon has his hands full with a typhoid outbreak, but the children are concerned with an illness claiming Mr Garner's ponies. Albert brings his favorite, Chalky, into contact with
- 20 20. The Ruffians1973-02-17 · 25mWhen Gordon interrupts a robbery, hooligans take first him, than Vicky captive. Needing his medical skills for one of their mates, they refuse to release them. It"s up to Kevin, Al
- 21 21. Two of a Kind1973-02-24 · 25mVicky and Kevin encounter siblings on the run from authorities, claiming to be orphans. A reformatory is missing two children and when items begin disappearing from the house, the
- 22 22. Foul Play1973-03-03 · 25mWhen neighbour Lady Faulkner discovers her racing horses are being drugged, their curiosity gets the best of them. After Gordon is attacked and Albert rescues the constable from a
- 23 23. Sailor on a Horse1973-03-10 · 25mA secretive man moves into an abandoned cottage which engages Vicky and Albert's curiosity. Seemingly unrelated, the land and Beauty's paddock next to the Gordons is being sold by
- 24 24. Wild Justice1973-03-17 · 25mGordon is arrested for a cottage burning that belonged to Mr Skinner after he criticised its condition. Vicky, Albert, and their friend Jill work to clear his name but need Beauty'
- 25 25. The Barge1973-03-24 · 25mVicky and Beauty befriend Maggie, an older woman living on the river whose son is just out of prison. A series of valuable art thefts occur and Vicky discovers the stolen paintings
- 26 26. Father and Son1973-03-31 · 25mThe arrival of entertainers in the village draw the Gordons and Albert into a custody battle. Mr Groat is keeping his son Stan away from his grandfather Woolgar but the boy's deadl
Cast
William LucasDr James Gordon
Charlotte MitchellAmy Winthrop
Roderick ShawKevin GordonStacy DorningJenny Gordon
Michael CulverSquire ArmstrongImages
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