War Horse (2011)
A boy's unwavering devotion to his horse carries them both through the epic, harrowing landscape of World War I.
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.
How intense is War Horse?
War Horse is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a family watch. Rated PG-13.
What War Horse feels like
- Tone
- epicheartwarmingmelancholyearnest
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionFamily night
Where to stream War Horse
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Is War Horse for you?
Is War Horse scary?
Only a little. War Horse has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is War Horse gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is War Horse sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is War Horse OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is War Horse?
War Horse runs 2h 26m.
Where can I stream War Horse?
War Horse is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does War Horse have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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