This year has been a bumper year for amazing films, but 2012 looks set to be even better. Here’s a quick guide to some of the brilliant films we can look forward to in the first half of the year!

January

War Horse

Stars: Emily Watson, David Thewlis, Peter Mullin

This powerful film charts the friendship of Albert and his remarkable horse, Joey. When Joey is sold to the cavalry to help in the World War I trenches, Albert will stop at nothing to rescue him.

Released: 13 January

A Monster In Paris

Stars: Mathieu Chedid, Vanessa Paradis and Gad Elmaleh

This action-packed 3D animation guarantees fun for all the family. Set in Paris, a flea is accidentally turned into a monster and it’s up to pretty singer Lucille to help him.

Released: 27 January

February

Jack and Jill

Stars: Adam Sandler, Katie Holmes

Every year, Jack Sadelstein dreads Thanksgiving because his twin sister Jill comes to visit. This year is no different. When Jill refuses to leave, Jack finds himself with a big problem…

Released: 3 February

Like Crazy

Stars: Felicity Jones, Anton Yelchin, Jennifer Lawrence

This modern Romeo and Juliet story sees British exchange student Anna fall in love with a young American, Jacob. But, when Anna overstays her American visa, their relationship is thrown into jeopardy.

Released: 3 February

Big Miracle

Stars: Drew Barrymore, John Krasinski, Kristen Bell

Based on an incredible true story, this is the tale of a reporter and his ex-girlfriend who are reunited when trying to save a family of gray whales.

Released: 10 February

Journey 2: The Mysterious Island

Stars: Josh Hutcherson, Dwayne Johnson, Michael Caine, Vanessa Hudgens

Sean Anderson is desperate to find his grandfather, who he believes is stuck on a mythical island. When he and

his friends track him down, more adventures lay ahead!

Released: 10 February

The Muppets

Stars: Amy Adams, Jason Segal, Chris Cooper

The Muppets are back! When a greedy oil tycoon threatens to destroy their beloved theatre, the Muppets team up with three fans to try to save the day!

Released: 10 February

March 

John Carter

Stars: Taylor Kitsch, Lynn Collins, Willem Dafoe

When a Civil War veteran is sent to planet Mars, he is captured by the evil creatures that reside there. Can he escape, and will he be able to help the beautiful princess he has met there?

Released: 9 March

We Bought A Zoo

Stars: Matt Damon, Scarlett Johansson, Thomas Haden Church

Based on a true story, a father uses his life savings to buy a run-down zoo in the countryside. As he uproots his children and takes on the challenge of handling exotic animals, he soon realises the true meaning of chaos.

Released: 16 March

The Hunger Games

Stars: Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth

Set in the future, this film sees 12 young boys and girls tackle a series of games for the right to live. When Katniss volunteers to take the place of her sister, everyone fears this is the end.

Released: 23 March

The Pirates! In An Adventure With Scientists

Stars: Hugh Grant, Salma Hayek, Jeremy Piven

It’s a ‘plunderful’ life for the pirates in this cartoon

adventure! Pirate Captain is desperate to win the Pirate

of the year award, but first he has to defeat his arch rivals, Black Bellamy and Cutlass Liz.

Released: 28 March

Streetdance 2 (3D)

Stars: Tom Conti, George Sampson, Falk Hentschel

Street dancer, Ash, is humiliated after being beaten by the Invincible crew. In a bid to regain his title as the best, he seeks out dancers from around the world to compete in a rematch.

Released: 30 March

Wrath of the Titans

Stars: Sam Worthington, Liam Neeson, Rosamund Pike

Following on from Clash of the Titans, this exciting film sees Perseus venture to the Underworld in a bid to save Zeus. Ares and Hades have captured Zeus and are hoping to do away with him…

Released: 30 March

April 

African Cats

Stars: Samuel L Jackson

In this delightful Disney documentary, the two cat families of Africa are brought to life. Showing how cubs learn to live in the wild, this promises lots of cute moments!

Released: 20 April

The Avengers

Stars: Chris Hemsworth, Robert Downey Jr, Gwyneth Paltrow, Scarlett Johansson, Chris Evans, Samuel L Jackson

A team of superhumans are brought together to try to save the Earth from an alien invasion. Based on the Marvel comic series, this is one for comic-book hero fans everywhere!

Released: 27 April

May

Men in Black 3 (3D)

Stars: Will Smith, Tommy Lee Jones, Josh Brolin

Agent J and Agent K are back in business! This time-travel tale sees the agents enjoy a new mission, but will they make it out alive?

Released: 25 May

June 

Snow White and the Huntsman

Stars: Kristen Stewart, Chris Hemsworth, Charlize Theron

The original Snow White fairy tale enjoys an exciting modern-day twist. The huntsman who is ordered to kill Snow White ends up becoming her protector, and so a beautiful/dark tale unfolds…

Released: 1 June