Eddie the Eagle (2016)
An unlikely ski-jumper and his rebellious coach chase an Olympic dream, winning hearts with wholesome, whimsical humor.
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.
How intense is Eddie the Eagle?
Eddie the Eagle has no gore and no real violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is measured, and it is a family watch and a comfort watch. The humor runs wholesome. Rated PG-13.
What Eddie the Eagle feels like
- Tone
- feel goodheartwarmingwhimsical
- Pace
- Measured
- Humor
- wholesome
- Best for
- Family nightComfort watchFull attention
- True story
- Yes, based on true events.
Where to stream Eddie the Eagle
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is Eddie the Eagle for you?
Is Eddie the Eagle scary?
No. Eddie the Eagle is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Eddie the Eagle gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and no real violence (0 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Eddie the Eagle sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is Eddie the Eagle OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 0, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Eddie the Eagle?
Eddie the Eagle runs 1h 46m.
Where can I stream Eddie the Eagle?
Eddie the Eagle is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Eddie the Eagle have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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