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War Horse

  • 20112011
  • PG-13PG-13
  • 2h 26m
IMDb RATING
7.2/10
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Jeremy Irvine in War Horse (2011)
Set in Europe during WWI, when his beloved horse Joey is sold to the British cavalry, young Albert enlists (despite being underage) and heads to France to save his friend.
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Young Albert enlists to serve in World War I after his beloved horse is sold to the cavalry. Albert's hopeful journey takes him out of England and to the front lines as the war rages on.Young Albert enlists to serve in World War I after his beloved horse is sold to the cavalry. Albert's hopeful journey takes him out of England and to the front lines as the war rages on.Young Albert enlists to serve in World War I after his beloved horse is sold to the cavalry. Albert's hopeful journey takes him out of England and to the front lines as the war rages on.
IMDb RATING
7.2/10
156K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
4,047
161
  • Director
    • Steven Spielberg
  • Writers
    • Lee Hall(screenplay by)
    • Richard Curtis(screenplay by)
    • Michael Morpurgo(based on the novel by)
  • Stars
    • Jeremy Irvine
    • Emily Watson
    • David Thewlis
Top credits
  • Director
    • Steven Spielberg
  • Writers
    • Lee Hall(screenplay by)
    • Richard Curtis(screenplay by)
    • Michael Morpurgo(based on the novel by)
  • Stars
    • Jeremy Irvine
    • Emily Watson
    • David Thewlis
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 573User reviews
    • 400Critic reviews
    • 72Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 6 Oscars
      • 15 wins & 77 nominations total

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    "Cavalry Charges The Germans"
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    "Cavalry Charges The Germans"

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    Tom Hiddleston, Patrick Kennedy, and Benedict Cumberbatch in War Horse (2011)
    Tom Hiddleston and Benedict Cumberbatch in War Horse (2011)
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    Benedict Cumberbatch in War Horse (2011)
    Benedict Cumberbatch in War Horse (2011)
    Benedict Cumberbatch in War Horse (2011)
    Tom Hiddleston, Patrick Kennedy, and Benedict Cumberbatch in War Horse (2011)
    David Kross and Leonard Carow in War Horse (2011)
    Steven Spielberg and Jeremy Irvine in War Horse (2011)
    Steven Spielberg and Jeremy Irvine in War Horse (2011)
    Jeremy Irvine in War Horse (2011)
    Jeremy Irvine in War Horse (2011)

    Top cast

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    Jeremy Irvine
    Jeremy Irvine
    • Albert Narracott
    Emily Watson
    Emily Watson
    • Rose Narracott
    David Thewlis
    David Thewlis
    • Lyons
    Benedict Cumberbatch
    Benedict Cumberbatch
    • Maj. Jamie Stewart
    Peter Mullan
    Peter Mullan
    • Ted Narracott
    Niels Arestrup
    Niels Arestrup
    • Grandfather
    Tom Hiddleston
    Tom Hiddleston
    • Capt. Nicholls
    Celine Buckens
    Celine Buckens
    • Emilie
    Toby Kebbell
    Toby Kebbell
    • Geordie Soldier
    Patrick Kennedy
    Patrick Kennedy
    • Lt. Charlie Waverly
    Leonard Carow
    Leonard Carow
    • Michael
    David Kross
    David Kross
    • Gunther
    Matt Milne
    Matt Milne
    • Andrew Easton
    Robert Emms
    Robert Emms
    • David Lyons
    Eddie Marsan
    Eddie Marsan
    • Sgt. Fry
    Nicolas Bro
    Nicolas Bro
    • Friedrich
    Rainer Bock
    Rainer Bock
    • Brandt
    Hinnerk Schönemann
    • German Soldier in No Man's Land
    • Director
      • Steven Spielberg
    • Writers
      • Lee Hall(screenplay by)
      • Richard Curtis(screenplay by)
      • Michael Morpurgo(based on the novel by)
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    • Trivia
      Director Steven Spielberg stated that the only digital effects used in the movie were three shots that lasted three seconds, and it was done to ensure the safety of the horse involved. Spielberg was quoted as saying, "That's the thing I'm most proud of. Everything you see on screen really happened."
    • Goofs
      Captain Nicholls is shown completely clean-shaven in 1914. In reality, British Army officers were not permitted to shave their upper lips until 1916.
    • Quotes

      Albert Narracott: We'll be alright Joey. We're the lucky ones, you and me. Lucky since the day I met you.

    • Connections
      Featured in Breakfast: Episode dated 26 October 2011 (2011)
    • Soundtracks
      The Scarlet and the Blue
      By John Tams and Adrian Sutton

    User reviews573

    Review
    Top review
    7/10
    Spielberg Still Stands - "War Horse" Among the Best of the Year
    I must admit that Spielberg has playing some of his old tricks again in "War Horse", but after all these years they still work like a charm and a wonderful motion picture is the outcome. This will be another Spielberg classic to remember in years to come.

    Back in old days of "Saving Private Ryan", it was Tom Hanks saving Private Ryan. This time it is a horse. "War Horse" tells the story of a destined encounter, and a later breathtaking journey across beautifully displayed landscapes. It is a story about the bravery of a young man who embarks on an odyssey to look for his lost horse.

    This is indeed a war movie, and is definitely one of the greatest and most memorable ones I have seen about War World I (since most films go for WWII). But it is not only about the raging war of course. You'd expect more than that from one of the all-time favorite directors. And I can ensure you "War Horse" does not disappoint. It may not be as touching and tears-generating as the good old "ET" and "Saving Private Ryan", but it is certainly an excellent addition to Spielberg's career.

    Aside from the story, the cinematography is incredible, and it has to be one of the best of the year. The score is also surprisingly good. I was pretty worried that this would somehow get "snubbed" by the Academy with all the strong frontrunners going on right now but I am quite affirmative now that this has the potential and chances to grab a number of nods.

    Go watch "War Horse" if you've always enjoyed Spielberg's movies. It is indeed his style you will find in this film. It is an adventure for everyone to look forward to and one that is rewarding in the end.
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    Details

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    • Release date
      • December 25, 2011 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • India
    • Official sites
      • Official Facebook
      • Official site
    • Languages
      • English
      • German
    • Also known as
      • Warhorse
    • Filming locations
      • Castle Combe, Wiltshire, England, UK
    • Production companies
      • Dreamworks Pictures
      • Touchstone Pictures
      • Reliance Entertainment
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $66,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $79,884,879
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $7,515,402
      • Dec 25, 2011
    • Gross worldwide
      • $177,584,879
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    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      2 hours 26 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • SDDS
      • Datasat
      • Dolby Digital
      • Dolby Surround 7.1
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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