They said a lot of bad things about my father. But they didn't know the real man behind the rumors... and it took all my love and faith to prove them wrong.
An unlucky horse trainer, Frank Butler, wins big at the track and buys his 16-year old daughter a horse to salvage their relationship. When Frank is hurt prior to the opening race, Jo must go it alone.

Kristy McNichol
Jo Butler

Warren Oates
Frank Butler

Eileen Brennan
Marie

Joseph Maher
Phil Kiley

Joseph Leon
Shimmy
Jess Osuna
Matt

David Margulies
Chubby

Mark Arnold
Roy Kiley

Michael Jeter
George Gardner

Peter Maloney
Veterinarian

Kenneth Kimmins
Andy
Carol Teitel
Phoebe

Brandon Maggart
Mule

Howard Rollins
Doctor
Michael Prince
Stanley