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The Dark Horse

6.320142h 4mMovieDramaHistory

One-time Maori speed-chess champ, Genesis Potini, lives with a bi-polar disorder and must overcome prejudice and violence in the battle to save his struggling chess club, his family and ultimately, himself.

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Cast · Directed by James Napier Robertson

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The Dark Horse — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Dark Horse?

The Dark Horse is streaming on fuboTV, Shout! Factory and Hoopla in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Dark Horse on Netflix?

No, The Dark Horse is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on fuboTV and Shout! Factory.

Is The Dark Horse on Amazon Prime Video?

The Dark Horse isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Dark Horse for free?

The Dark Horse is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and The Roku Channel in United States.

Is The Dark Horse based on a true story?

Yes — The Dark Horse is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).