Eddie the Eagle (2016)

7.2/10 106 min Comedy Drama History Adventure

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.

Cast

Taron Egerton

Eddie Edwards

Hugh Jackman

Bronson Peary

Christopher Walken

Warren Sharp

Ania Sowinski

Carrie

Mads Sjøgård Pettersen

Erik Moberg

Iris Berben

Petra

Jo Hartley

Janette

Keith Allen

Terry

Mark Benton

Richmond the BOA Official

Tim McInnerny

Dustin Target

Edvin Endre

Matti Nykänen

Marc Benjamin

Lars Holbin

Rune Temte

Bjørn the Norwegian Coach

Joachim Raaf

Oberstdorf Jumping Marshal

Daniel Ings

Zach

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