Eddie the Eagle (2016) movie poster

Eddie the Eagle (2016)

"Win or lose, always aim high."
ThumbScore
👍 82%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 68% (RT: 81%, MC: 54) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyDramaHistoryAdventure

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Runtime
1h 46m
Country
United Kingdom, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.2/10 (2,253 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
81%
Metacritic
54
Cast
Taron Egerton as Eddie Edwards
Hugh Jackman as Bronson Peary
Christopher Walken as Warren Sharp
Ania Sowinski as Carrie
Iris Berben as Petra
Tom Costello as Eddie (10 years old)
Jo Hartley as Janette
Most people think so. 82% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 2,253 votes. Critics gave it 68%.
Overview
The feel-good story of Michael 'Eddie' Edwards, an unlikely but courageous British ski-jumper who never stopped believing in himself—even as an entire nation was counting him out. With the help of a rebellious and charismatic coach, Eddie takes on the establishment and wins the hearts of sports fans around the world by making an improbable and historic showing at the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • During production of Eddie the Eagle, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 2016 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

Eddie the Eagle is a 2016 comedy, drama, history film directed by Dexter Fletcher. The feel-good story of Michael 'Eddie' Edwards, an unlikely but courageous British ski-jumper who never stopped believing in himself—even as an entire nation was counting him out. With the help of a rebellious and charismatic coach, Eddie takes on the establishment and wins the hearts of sports fans around the world by making an improbable and historic showing at the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics.

The film has been rated by 2,253 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, Eddie the Eagle delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Eddie the Eagle (2016) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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Box Office Week: Deadpool has another great weekend at (#1, $31.5 mil) pushing it past $600 mil worldwide, Gods of Egypt opened as predicted but still abysmally (#2, $14 mil), Eddie the Eagle gave Hugh Jackman the worst wide opening of his career (#5 $6.3 mil) and Triple 9 flops (#6, $6.1 mil).
| Rank | Title | Domestic Gross (Weekend) | Worldwide Gross (Cume) | Week # | :---|:---|:---|:---| :--- | 1 | Deadpool | $31,500,000 | $609,805,905... Read on Reddit →
Top comment: "What executive in their right mind gave Gods of Egypt $140 million? Seriously, it's not as if..."
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International Trailer for Matthew Vaughn produced 'Eddie the Eagle'
Top comment: "As an old guy who remembers the Eagle, this looks promising, at least as good as "Cool..."
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Eddie the Eagle Official Trailer #1 (2016) - Taron Egerton, Hugh Jackman Movie HD
Top comment: "This made me smile. And also that kid will be the Young Han Solo."
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