This is an excellent period piece with a classic theme. Black Beauty is an astonishing stallion that becomes a part of Dr. Gordon’s family when they move from London to the British countryside. Black Beauty always saves the day whenever trouble arises for the family or any close associate.
Set in the early 1900s, Black Beauty, the Gordon children, and friends meet some colorful characters. Each episode is a combination where one or all of the family are involved a situation that will need Black Beauty to save the day. You can guarantee that the bad guys will be caught, that good will triumph over evil and the horse is a hero in some way. It seems that every episode has a happy ending.One must remember that this series was made in the early seventies and is a classic for its time. Dove awards this series our Dove “Family-Approved” Seal.