The year is 1890, and a Pony Express courier travels to Arabia to compete with his horse, Hidalgo, in a race that holds considerable stakes. Action and heroism reign throughout the film. Even though some critics complain about the lack of historical accuracy, the film is a non-stop adventure in love, triumph, and bravery. The film won the screenwriter, John Fusco, the Spur Award for Best Western Drama Script.