National Velvet

When Velvet Brown, an equine-loving 12-year-old living in rural Sussex, becomes the owner of a rambunctious horse, she decides to train it for England's Grand National race. Aided by former jockey Mi Taylor and encouraged by her family, the determined Velvet gets her steed, affectionately called ''The Pie,'' ready for the big day. However, a last-minute problem arises with the jockey and an unexpected rider must step in as a replacement.

Cast :

• Mickey Rooney
• Mi Taylor

• Elizabeth Taylor
• Velvet Brown

• Donald Crisp
• Mr. Brown

• Anne Revere
• Mrs. Brown

• Angela Lansbury
• Edwina Brown

• Reginald Owen
• Farmer Ede

• Norma Varden
• Miss Sims

• Jackie ``Butch'' Jenkins
• Donald Brown

• Terry Kilburn
• Ted