Screenplay data
Thirteen-year-old Grace MacLean and her horse, Pilgrim, are involved in a horrific accident that kills Grace's friend and leaves both Grace and Pilgrim severely traumatized and injured. Grace's mother, Annie, a high-powered magazine editor, discovers a "horse whisperer" named Tom Booker in Montana and, desperate to heal her daughter and Pilgrim, takes them to his ranch. Tom, a skilled and compassionate horse trainer, slowly begins to work with the disfigured and aggressive Pilgrim, while Grace, who lost a leg in the accident, struggles with her own physical and emotional recovery. As Grace and Pilgrim gradually heal under Tom's guidance, Annie finds herself drawn to Tom, leading to a burgeoning romance that complicates her already strained relationship with her husband, Robert.
Save the Cat beat sheet
A horse trainer helps a traumatized girl and her mother find healing through rebuilding trust with a wounded horse.
Open full beat sheetAnnie MacLean is listed as Protagonist. Magazine editor, mother of Grace, wife of Robert. In the parsed data, Annie MacLean is connected to 47 scenes, 62 dialogue lines, 63 text mentions, first appearing around scene 10.
47 scenes / 62 dialogue linesGrace MacLean is listed as Protagonist. 13-year-old girl, elegant rider, daughter of Annie and Robert. In the parsed data, Grace MacLean is connected to 45 scenes, 46 dialogue lines, 46 text mentions, first appearing around scene 3.
45 scenes / 46 dialogue linesTom Booker is listed as Supporting. Horse trainer in Montana, skilled, compassionate. In the parsed data, Tom Booker is connected to 30 scenes, 59 dialogue lines, 60 text mentions, first appearing around scene 37.
30 scenes / 59 dialogue linesRobert MacLean is listed as Supporting. Father of Grace, husband of Annie. In the parsed data, Robert MacLean is connected to 20 scenes, 35 dialogue lines, 35 text mentions, first appearing around scene 15.
20 scenes / 35 dialogue linesJoe Booker is listed as Supporting. Frank and Diane's son. In the parsed data, Joe Booker is connected to 14 scenes, 14 dialogue lines, 14 text mentions, first appearing around scene 37.
14 scenes / 14 dialogue linesPilgrim is listed as Supporting. Grace's horse, traumatized by the accident. In the parsed data, Pilgrim is connected to 13 scenes, 6 text mentions, first appearing around scene 1.
13 scenes / 0 dialogue linesFrank Booker is listed as Supporting. Tom's brother, rancher. In the parsed data, Frank Booker is connected to 11 scenes, 10 dialogue lines, 10 text mentions, first appearing around scene 37.
11 scenes / 10 dialogue linesDiane Booker is listed as Supporting. Frank's wife. In the parsed data, Diane Booker is connected to 9 scenes, 3 dialogue lines, 3 text mentions, first appearing around scene 66.
9 scenes / 3 dialogue linesJudith is listed as Supporting. Grace's friend, dies in the accident. In the parsed data, Judith is connected to 6 scenes, 2 dialogue lines, 4 text mentions, first appearing around scene 11.
6 scenes / 2 dialogue linesLiz Hammond is listed as Supporting. Local veterinarian. In the parsed data, Liz Hammond is connected to 3 scenes, 4 dialogue lines, 4 text mentions, first appearing around scene 31.
3 scenes / 4 dialogue linesA dream sequence showing Pilgrim the horse in his stall, eager to run.
PilgrimPilgrim bursts out of the stable.
PilgrimGrace rides Pilgrim through a snowy landscape in a dream.
Grace MacLean, PilgrimGrace wakes up and looks out the window at the farm.
Grace MacLeanAnnie wakes up to her alarm and the news.
Annie MacLeanGrace tiptoes past her sleeping father.
Grace MacLean, Robert MacLeanGrace gets ready to go riding and leaves a note.
Grace MacLeanGrace leaves the house.
Grace MacLeanAnnie goes for a run.
Annie MacLeanAnnie returns from her run and makes a phone call regarding a work issue.
Annie MacLeanGrace meets Judith at the farm.
Grace MacLean, JudithGrace visits Pilgrim in his stall.
Grace MacLean, Judith, PilgrimThe girls ride off.
Grace MacLean, JudithAnnie arrives at her office.
Annie MacLeanRobert and Annie have a tense phone conversation.
Annie MacLean, Robert MacLeanGrace and Judith ride through the countryside.
Grace MacLean, JudithThe girls ride along a river.
Grace MacLean, JudithAnnie holds a meeting with her staff.
Annie MacLeanThe girls ride into the woods and encounter an accident.
Grace MacLean, Judith, PilgrimRobert receives a call about the accident.
Robert MacLeanLiz Hammond attempts to sedate the injured Pilgrim.
Pilgrim, Liz HammondAnnie is on a train when she receives the news.
Annie MacLeanAnnie arrives at the hospital and learns about the accident.
Annie MacLean, Robert MacLeanLiz assesses Pilgrim's injuries.
Pilgrim, Liz HammondAnnie and Robert visit Grace.
Grace MacLean, Annie MacLean, Robert MacLeanAnnie argues with her staff about a magazine cover while an assistant delivers a note.
Annie MacLeanAnnie finds Grace crying at school; Grace refuses to return to class.
Grace MacLean, Annie MacLeanAnnie studies horse books while Robert prepares for bed.
Annie MacLean, Robert MacLeanGrace watches a video of herself and Pilgrim.
Grace MacLean, PilgrimGrace asks her parents if she can see Pilgrim.
Grace MacLean, Annie MacLean, Robert MacLeanThe family visits Pilgrim, who is traumatized and disfigured.
Grace MacLean, Annie MacLean, Robert MacLean, Pilgrim, Liz HammondAnnie and Grace prepare for their journey in the car.
Annie MacLean, Grace MacLeanThe Suburban travels through the Montana landscape.
Annie and Grace discuss the lack of signs and their navigation difficulties.
Annie MacLean, Grace MacLeanAnnie and Grace arrive at Peterson's.
Annie MacLean, Grace MacLeanAnnie struggles to follow directions to Tom's ranch.
Annie MacLeanTom, Frank, and Joe work on the ranch and meet Annie.
Tom Booker, Frank Booker, Joe Booker, Annie MacLeanTom visits Annie and Grace at their cottage.
Tom Booker, Grace MacLean, Annie MacLeanTom examines Pilgrim.
Tom Booker, Grace MacLean, Annie MacLeanThe family eats dinner and discusses the newcomers.
Frank Booker, Tom Booker, Joe Booker, Diane BookerAnnie works while Grace watches TV.
Annie MacLean, Grace MacLeanDiane and Tom share a moment in the kitchen.
Diane Booker, Tom BookerTom checks on the sleeping family.
Tom BookerTom reflects in his room.
Tom BookerTom observes Pilgrim.
Tom Booker, Frank BookerTom works with Pilgrim while Annie and Grace watch.
Tom Booker, Annie MacLean, Grace MacLean, Joe BookerTom works on the ranch.
Tom Booker, Frank Booker, Joe BookerTom trains Pilgrim in a pond.
Tom Booker, Annie MacLean, Grace MacLean, Joe BookerTom waits for Pilgrim in the pasture.
Tom Booker, Grace MacLean, Joe BookerAnnie calls the ranch to check on Tom.
Annie MacLean, Grace MacLeanTom succeeds in getting Pilgrim to approach him.
Tom Booker, Annie MacLean, Grace MacLean, Diane BookerAnnie and Grace have dinner with the family.
Diane Booker, Frank Booker, Tom Booker, Joe Booker, Annie MacLean, Grace MacLeanAnnie talks to Robert on the phone.
Annie MacLean, Grace MacLeanAnnie and Grace move into the Creek house.
Annie MacLean, Grace MacLeanTom trains the horses.
Tom Booker, Grace MacLeanTom works with Pilgrim in the arena while Grace watches. Tom has Grace hold the flag, then takes it back to continue training.
Grace MacLean, Tom Booker, PilgrimAnnie arrives to take Grace to physical therapy. Tom and Annie exchange pleasantries.
Grace MacLean, Annie MacLean, Tom BookerThe branding process takes place. Annie and Grace participate.
Grace MacLean, Annie MacLean, Tom Booker, Frank Booker, Joe BookerThe group shares a meal after the branding.
Grace MacLean, Annie MacLean, Tom Booker, Frank Booker, Diane Booker, Joe BookerAnnie and Tom discuss their lives, home, and belonging.
Grace MacLean, Annie MacLean, Robert MacLean, Tom BookerTom drops Annie off; Grace watches from the window.
Grace MacLean, Annie MacLean, Tom BookerGrace retreats to her room, feeling jealous and angry.
Grace MacLean, Annie MacLeanGrace attempts to ride Joe's horse but fails, feeling humiliated.
Grace MacLean, Joe BookerRobert and Tom discuss Pilgrim's progress while Grace watches from the stall.
Grace MacLean, Robert MacLean, Tom Booker, PilgrimThe family eats breakfast while Frank tells a humorous story about a dog.
Grace MacLean, Annie MacLean, Robert MacLean, Tom Booker, Frank Booker, Joe BookerThe group relaxes outside, sharing stories and observing relationships.
Grace MacLean, Annie MacLean, Robert MacLean, Tom Booker, Frank Booker, Diane BookerRobert and Annie have an awkward conversation about their relationship.
Annie MacLean, Robert MacLeanA community dance where tensions and attractions are observed.
Grace MacLean, Annie MacLean, Robert MacLean, Tom Booker, Frank Booker, Diane BookerAnnie and Tom share a secret, joyless kiss.
Annie MacLean, Tom BookerDiane senses Tom's unease.
Tom Booker, Diane BookerTom whispers to Pilgrim about the upcoming training.
Tom Booker, PilgrimTom performs a difficult training session with Pilgrim while Grace watches.
Grace MacLean, Annie MacLean, Robert MacLean, Tom Booker, Frank Booker, Diane BookerAnnie drives and remembers her past encounters with Tom and Robert.
Annie MacLean, Tom Booker, Robert MacLeanA flashback to a young Annie meeting Robert for the first time.
Annie MacLean, Robert MacLeanRobert shares his experiences with Annie over a meal.
Annie MacLean, Robert MacLeanAnnie and Robert share an intimate moment.
Annie MacLean, Robert MacLeanAnnie reflects on her journey while holding a knotted loop.
Annie MacLeanAnnie reunites with Robert and Grace.
Grace MacLean, Annie MacLean, Robert MacLean, PilgrimI hear that! See, I knew she was never going to be a ranchest, but I wanted to try -- I thought maybe she'd give music lessons to the kids in town or at the school, maybe even recitals. My son would grow up here. Maybe have one or two more. I'd teach 'em what I could. They'd play with my brother's kids. All grow up together. And even if they all decided to go out into the world, they'd always know where home was -- cause we'd keep it for 'em...
Look! Please! Don't do the "shucks, ma'am" thing again! I've driven a few thousand miles for a few minutes of your time. I've brought him here -- to your neck of the... mountains. Just take a look at him. If you still feel the same way, I'll be on the road by morning and you'll never see me again. OK? Deal?
We thought we lost him in the snow storm... Told the kids. Had a funeral for the damn thing. Finally, snow stops. Staring to warm up. I go out and start cleaning the truck... Goddamn if that dog doesn't jump out from the back seat covered in snow... I nearly stained myself.
You should have told her, Annie. I tried to explain to you how bad it was... I guess you had to see it. But, there's nothing to be done. This animal's beyond help. Annie, can I have your permission now to put him down?
There was this thing on the TV about a guy who does it with geese. He has this airplane and these baby geese all grow up thinking it's their mom, and he flies it and they just follow. You hear 'bout that, Uncle T?
Well, Joe, I'll tell ya -- I don't know a whole lot about geese. Maybe it's okay for them to grow up thinking they're airplanes. But horses, as far as I can tell, can't fly.
Hi. Um, there doesn't seem to be any hotel room available and someone told me to come here and ask for "Tubab" who might to have a place for me to stay. Are you "Tubab"?
Not like books or literature or anything. Just a magazine... Just in case she hasn't told you -- which I'm sure she hasn't -- I don't want to be a part of this, OK?
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