'Narnia' becomes Disney's biggest UK hit

Saturday, April 1 2006, 17:28 BST

By Dave West, Media Correspondent

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe has outsold Toy Story 2 to become Disney's biggest UK box office hit.

The film has just overtaken its closest competitor, taking $44.4 million compared to the animated sequel's £44.3 million.

Announcing the news, Disney Home Video said it also expects strong sales of the DVD, which is set for release on April 3.

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