Black Gold (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1947, Black Gold is a drama and western film directed by Phil Karlson, running about 89 minutes. “Black Gold in Glorious Cinecolor!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Native American man trains a horse for the Kentucky Derby.
Who’s in it. Black Gold stars Anthony Quinn as Charley Eagle, Katherine DeMille as Sarah Eagle, 'Ducky' Louie as Davey and Raymond Hatton as Bucky, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Black Gold 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 Black Gold page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black Gold tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Gold (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Black Gold change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Black Gold worth watching?
- Black Gold holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Black Gold?
- Black Gold stars Anthony Quinn, Katherine DeMille, 'Ducky' Louie, Raymond Hatton and Kane Richmond.
- When was Black Gold released?
- Black Gold was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.