War Horse Premiere

1. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge

William and Kate have some fun on the red carpet

2. Duke and Duchess of Cambridge

The London rain didn't rain on the young Royals' parade

3. Benedict Cumberbatch

Benedict is one of the movie's stars

4. Michael Morpurgo

The movie is adapted from Michael Morpurgo's novel about a boy who tries to track down his beloved horse that has been shipped to France to serve in World War I.

5. Jeremy Irvine

Star of the movie looks relaxed on the red carpet. War Horse, the First World War epic, which has been nominated for best drama at the Golden Globes, is based on a play inspired by children's author Michael Morpurgo's nove

6. Matt Milne

Matt poses for the camaras on the red carpet

7. Francis Bell

Francis arrives for the Royal premiere

8. Richard Curtis

Richard Curtis co-wrote the screenplay

9. Peter Mullan

Peter Mullan plays Ted Marracott in War Horse

10. David Thewliss

David Thewliss, who also stars in the movie, was also in attendance

11. Tom Hiddleston

Tom is part of the all star cast

12. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge joined stars on the red carpet at the UK premiere of Steven Spielberg's new film War Horse.

13. Emma Freud

Emma Freud arrives the the big event in London's Leicester Square

14. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attended their first Royal premiere together ahead of the Duchess' 30th birthday tomorrow

15. Steven Spielberg

Director Steven reportedly said, 'War Horse encapsulates for me a timeless personal story of courage. The movie, which I am proud to say was filmed here in Great Britain, deals with the discovery of humanity against conflict, and celebrates bravery, loyalty, tenacity and hope. We are honoured to dedicate this event in aid of the Foundation, which recognises the welfare of those who serve their country in the British Armed Forces.'

16. The War Horse

The equine star of the night was Joey who posed for photographers and fans

17. Steven Spielberg and Jeremy Irvine

It has been reported that Spielberg said 'When I read the book, I just adored that. And I saw the West End production and was absolutely devastated by that and I really felt there was an adaptation to be had.'

18. Harvey and Dianne Goldsmith

Harvey Goldsmith and his wife Dianne on the red carpet at the Odeon Leicester Square

19. Steven Spielberg and Jeremy Irvine

Steven Spielberg and Jeremy Irvine pose with the War Horse himself.

20. The War Horse

Star of the movie, the War Horse, arrives on the red carpet. His real name is Joey and he was driven from his stables in Milton Keynes to trot down the red carpet