Britons top movie 'sexiest' list

Benedict Cumberbatch and Emma Watson have been named the world's sexiest film stars.

Star Trek Into Darkness actor Benedict, 37, beat Twilight heartthrob Robert Pattinson and The Hangover's Bradley Cooper in the Empire poll.

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Harry Potter star Emma, 23, triumphed over US actresses Scarlett Johansson, Mila Kunis and Angelina Jolie in the survey of over 50,000 movie fans.

Benedict was followed by fellow British actors Tom Hiddleston and Man Of Steel's Henry Cavill in the top three. 

Heartthrob... Benedict Cumberbatch has an army of fans (Credit: Rex)