The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies marked a high point for modern equine media. The production famously used hundreds of horses, many of which were bought by the production company to ensure their safety and later re-homed with cast and crew. The character of Shadowfax, the "Lord of all Horses," was played by a Spanish horse named Blanco, whose ethereal presence highlighted the breed's suitability for high-fantasy media.
(2025): Narrated by Gerard Butler, this documentary follows the rescue of a wild mustang stallion. It is celebrated for its "sweeping footage" and its critique of bureaucracy surrounding wild horse management. Gaming: 2025 saw a surge in high-quality horse simulators. Star Stable Online The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit