Eddie the Eagle (2016)
Eddie the Eagle is a 2016 comedy movie directed by Dexter Fletcher, with a running time of 1h 46m. It stars Taron Egerton, Hugh Jackman and Christopher Walken.
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.
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What is Eddie the Eagle about?
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.
When was Eddie the Eagle released?
Eddie the Eagle was released on 25 February 2016.
How long is Eddie the Eagle?
Eddie the Eagle runs 1h 46m.
Who made Eddie the Eagle?
Eddie the Eagle was directed by Dexter Fletcher.
Where can I watch Eddie the Eagle?
Eddie the Eagle is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch Eddie the Eagle
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
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Cast
- Taron Egerton as Eddie Edwards
- Hugh Jackman as Bronson Peary
- Christopher Walken as Warren Sharp
- Ania Sowinski as Carrie
- Mads Sjøgård Pettersen as Erik Moberg
- Iris Berben as Petra
- Tom Costello as Eddie (10 years old)
- Jo Hartley as Janette
- Keith Allen as Terry
- Dickon Tolson as UK Doctor
- Jack Costello as Eddie (15 years old)
- Mark Benton as Richmond the BOA Official