War Horse (2011)
War Horse is a 2011 war movie directed by Steven Spielberg, with a running time of 2h 26m. It stars Jeremy Irvine, Peter Mullan and Emily Watson.
On the brink of the First World War, Albert's beloved horse Joey is sold to the Cavalry by his father. Against the backdrop of the Great War, Joey begins an odyssey full of danger, joy, and sorrow, and he transforms everyone he meets along the way. Meanwhile, Albert, unable to forget his equine friend, searches the battlefields of France to find Joey and bring him home.
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What is War Horse about?
On the brink of the First World War, Albert's beloved horse Joey is sold to the Cavalry by his father. Against the backdrop of the Great War, Joey begins an odyssey full of danger, joy, and sorrow, and he transforms everyone he meets along the way. Meanwhile, Albert, unable to forget his equine friend, searches the battlefields of France to find Joey and bring him home.
When was War Horse released?
War Horse was released on 25 December 2011.
How long is War Horse?
War Horse runs 2h 26m.
Who made War Horse?
War Horse was directed by Steven Spielberg.
Where can I watch War Horse?
War Horse is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch War Horse
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
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Cast
- Jeremy Irvine as Albert Narracott
- Peter Mullan as Ted Narracott
- Emily Watson as Rose Narracott
- Niels Arestrup as Grandfather
- David Thewlis as Lyons
- Tom Hiddleston as Capt. James Nicholls
- Benedict Cumberbatch as Maj. Jamie Stewart
- Céline Buckens as Emilie
- Toby Kebbell as Geordie Soldier
- Patrick Kennedy as Lt. Charlie Waverly
- Leonard Carow as Michael
- David Kross as Gunther
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