The thrilling, spectacular war time drama War Horse smashed into UK box office top spot ousting Meryl Streep’s Iron Lady.
Set in rural England and Europe during the World War I, War Horse is the tale of extraordinary friendship between a horse (Joey) and a young boy (Albert). After his horse was sold to the cavalry, the painful separation compels Albert to enlist to service in War.
The experience of the First World War is brought out by the horse’s amazing journey through the war ravaged landscape inspiring the lives of everyone he meets.
The Spielberg movie is an adaptation of Michael Morpurgo successful novel, which stars Benedict Cumberbatch, Emily Watson and Tom Hiddleston.
War Horse collected £4 million during its opening weekend claiming the top spot, while Iron Lady claimed the second place with £1.5 million.
Sherlock Holmes: A Game Of Shadows and Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol continue their spell taking £1.4 million and £1.37 million respectively.
