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Seabiscuit is a 2003 American sports drama film directed by Gary Ross, adapted from Laura Hillenbrand's bestselling non-fiction book. The film chronicles the life and racing career of the Depression-era thoroughbred racehorse, focusing on the three men who guided him to success: owner Charles Howard, trainer Tom Smith, and jockey Red Pollard. It features an ensemble cast including Tobey Maguire, Jeff Bridges, and Chris Cooper. The movie received seven Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture.
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Who are the three men who guide Seabiscuit in the 2003 film?
Tobey Maguire plays jockey Red Pollard, Chris Cooper plays trainer Tom Smith, and Jeff Bridges plays owner Charles Howard. Gary Ross's 2003 film uses their partnership as the human center of Seabiscuit's racing story.
Was Seabiscuit a real racehorse?
Yes. Seabiscuit was a real Thoroughbred born in 1933 who became a major American racing symbol during the Great Depression. The film is adapted from Laura Hillenbrand's 2001 nonfiction book Seabiscuit: An American Legend.
Did Seabiscuit race War Admiral?
Yes. In 1938, Seabiscuit beat Triple Crown winner War Admiral in a match race at Pimlico Race Course. The 2003 film builds toward that contest, although it dramatizes parts of the real story.
Is Seabiscuit a true story or a fictional sports movie?
It is a dramatized true story directed by Gary Ross and based on documented people and races. The movie follows Seabiscuit, Red Pollard, Tom Smith, and Charles Howard.
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