Sporting Blood (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1940, Sporting Blood is a drama film directed by S. Sylvan Simon, running about 82 minutes. “The confession of a southern belle!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Myles Vanders feuds with hardnosed stable owner Davis Lockwood. Myles takes revenge by romancing and marrying Lockwood's daughter Linda. But as the big race looms nearer, Myles is distracted to discover that he really loves Linda.
Who’s in it. Sporting Blood stars Robert Young as Myles Vanders, Maureen O'Sullivan as Linda Lockwood, Lewis Stone as Davis Lockwood and William Gargan as Duffy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Sporting Blood has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sporting Blood page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sporting Blood tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sporting Blood (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sporting Blood change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sporting Blood worth watching?
- Sporting Blood holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sporting Blood?
- Sporting Blood stars Robert Young, Maureen O'Sullivan, Lewis Stone, William Gargan and Lynne Carver.
- When was Sporting Blood released?
- Sporting Blood was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.