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Francis Goes to the Races (1951)

In this funny sequel to the popular Francis the Talking Mule, the talkative Mule and his pal Peter get a job working on a horse-breeder's ranch. They end up saving it from financial ruin when Francis, who has the inside track with the racehorses, provides Peter with names of the winners before the races are run. Sure enough Peter finds himself with a fistful of cash and uses it to buy a racehorse for the farm. Unfortunately, the horse he chooses is suffering from a debilitating lack of confidence. When not dealing with the mare, Peter finds time to court the horse breeder's niece and trying to avoid the gangsters who want in on the winnings.

  • Comedy
  • Family
  • Fantasy

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Donald O'ConnorDonald O'ConnorPeter Stirling
  • Photo of Piper LauriePiper LaurieFrances Travers
  • Photo of Cecil KellawayCecil KellawayColonel Travers
  • Photo of Jesse WhiteJesse WhiteFrank Damer
  • Photo of Barry KelleyBarry KelleyRoy Square Deal Mallory
  • Photo of Hayden RorkeHayden RorkeRogers
  • Photo of Vaughn TaylorVaughn TaylorChief Inspector Carrington
  • Photo of Larry KeatingLarry KeatingHead Steward
  • Photo of Chill WillsChill WillsFrancis (voice) (uncredited)

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