Cool Runnings poster

Cool Runnings (1993)

Film · 1h 38m · Rated PG

Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Sports

A disqualified sprinter forms Jamaica's first bobsled team, chasing Olympic glory with wholesome, brisk, and broad humor.

Crowd-pleasing, with wholesome humor. A comfort watch at a brisk pace. Emotionally it carries some weight. Based on true events.

Streaming on Disney+.

Cool Runnings parents guide

Mild language and nothing scary, about what a PG should carry.

Our estimate: fine from about 7. Rated PG.

Scare
Not scary
Jump scares
None noted
Gore
No gore
Violence
No real violence
Sex and nudity
None noted
Language
Mild
Mild words like damn, hell or crap.

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What is Cool Runnings about?

When a Jamaican sprinter is disqualified from the Olympic Games, he enlists the help of a dishonored coach to start the first Jamaican bobsled team.

Does it have a happy ending? (spoiler-safe)

Yes. It lands on a happy note.

Cast and crew

Directed byJon Turteltaub
StarringLeon, Doug E. Doug, Rawle D. Lewis, Malik Yoba, John Candy, Raymond J. Barry

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