Dick Francis: The Racing Game (DVD)

Dick Francis, an ex-jockey turned mystery writer, turned his former career into fodder for a spate of mystery novels, which have garnered Mr. Francis considerable critical acclaim as well as a legion of fans. This 1978 British miniseries follows Sid Halley, a former jockey who becomes an unofficial private investigator when he is asked to investigate apparently fixed races, a kidnapped horse, suspicious insurance claims, and other racetrack intrigue in this six episode miniseries. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.