Eddie the Eagle (2016): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Eddie the Eagle is a 2016 biographical drama directed by Dexter Fletcher, starring Hugh Jackman and Taron Egerton. It runs 1 hour 46 minutes and earned $46.2 million worldwide on a $23 million budget. Critics gave it 82% on Rotten Tomatoes and 54 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.3/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 46m (106 min)
- Director
- Dexter Fletcher
- Original language
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English - Budget
- $23M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Eddie the Eagle About?
The premise of Eddie the Eagle without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Driven by unwavering determination, Michael "Eddie" Edwards pursues his dream of becoming an Olympic ski jumper, despite facing numerous obstacles and lacking traditional support. Teaming up with an unconventional coach, Eddie's inspiring journey culminates at the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics. His courageous spirit and perseverance captivate a nation as he competes against formidable athletes, proving that anything is possible with dedication and belief.
Eddie the Eagle Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- ski jumper
- coach
- 1988 winter olympics
- winter olympics
- athletic training
- winter sports
- athlete
- ski jumping
- based on true story
- based on real person
- snow adventure
- unlikely hero
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- press conference
- british olympic committee
- amateur athlete
- washed up athlete
- drunkenness
- alcohol
- aspiration
- ski jumping hill
- determination
- tenacity
- 1980s
- ends with a quote
- bird in title
- eddie the eagle character
- three word title
- 20th century
- london england
- olympic games
- winter sports sport
- winter sport
- smoking tobacco
- underdog
- underdog sport
- awakening
- year 1988
- world
- docudrama drama
- winter
- sports coach
- voice over
- watching tv
- talking about sex
- achievement
- airport reception
- airport
- drinking milk
- travel
- flight
Eddie the Eagle Cast
Hugh Jackman leads the cast, with Taron Egerton. Directed by Dexter Fletcher.
- Director Dexter Fletcher
Eddie the Eagle Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Eddie the Eagle 82% on Rotten Tomatoes and 54 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.3/10.
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IMDb 7.3 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 82% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 82%
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Metacritic 54 Metascore
User score 7.2
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TMDB 72% User score
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Letterboxd 3.5 /5
261 ratings
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Movie Insider 4.0 /5
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Eddie the Eagle Plot Summary
What happens in Eddie the Eagle from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
As 1973 dawns, ten-year-old Michael “Eddie” Edwards embarks on his ambitious quest for Olympic glory. Despite grappling with walking difficulties due to a medical condition, Eddie’s vibrant imagination propels him towards dreams of standing atop an Olympic podium. His mother is a steadfast source of support, while his father’s doubts cast a long shadow over his aspirations. Even as he transitions into his teenage years, Eddie clings to his dream of competing in the Summer Games, only to face repeated rejections. Undeterred, he pivots to skiing, yet finds himself dismissed by British Olympic officials for his unpolished approach.
Full summary
The whole story of Eddie the Eagle, scene by scene
Eddie the Eagle Box Office & Budget
Eddie the Eagle grossed $46.2 million worldwide on a $23 million budget, 2.0 times what it cost. $15.8 million came from the US and Canada and $30.4 million (66%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$46.2M
2.0× its budget
- US & Canada
- $15.8M
- International
- $30.4M
- Budget
- $23M
Eddie the Eagle Trailers & Videos
9 videos: 1 trailer and 8 clips.
- Clip Eddie the Eagle | "You're Eddie the Eagle" Clip | 20th Century FOX
- Clip Eddie the Eagle | "I'm Going To Be An Olympic Ski Jumper" Clip | 20th Century FOX
- Clip Eddie the Eagle | "Training Montage" Clip | 20th Century FOX
- Clip Eddie the Eagle | "Inspired by a True Story" TV Commercial | 20th Century FOX
How Well Do You Know Eddie the Eagle?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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In what year does Eddie's pursuit of Olympic dreams begin?
Cars in Eddie the Eagle
7 cars on screen, including the Bedford CF Camper Mk1 and the Ford Transit MkI.
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Kässbohrer PistenBully PB 100 Minor role -
1981 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Minor role
Eddie the Eagle Also Known As
32 alternative titles, including “我要做鹰雄” and “雄鹰爱迪”.
- Also known as
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- 我要做鹰雄
- 雄鹰爱迪
- 飛躍奇蹟
- Eddie el Águila
- Эдди «Орёл»
- Eddie, a Águia
- Έντι ο Αετός
- אדי הנשר
- Eddie, a sas
- Eddie the Eagle - Il coraggio della follia
- Eddie the Eagle: Alles ist möglich
- Voando Alto
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- Eddie vulturul
- Orel Eddie
- 독수리 에디
- Едді ''Орел''
- Eddie l'aigle
- Erelis Edis
- 飞鹰艾迪
- Eddie zwany Orłem
- Volando Alto
- Kartal Eddie
- Еди Орела
- Еди звани орао
- Slēpes pa gaisu
- Orol Eddie
- L'Eddie, l'àguila, მფრინავი ედი
- 我要做鷹雄
- イーグル・ジャンプ
- Đại Bàng Eddie
- ยอดคนสู้ไม่ถอย
- Kotkas Eddie
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Eddie the Eagle FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Eddie the Eagle, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Eddie the Eagle?
Eddie the Eagle runs 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).
When was Eddie the Eagle released?
Eddie the Eagle was released on February 26, 2016.
Who directed Eddie the Eagle?
Eddie the Eagle was directed by Dexter Fletcher.
More films by Dexter Fletcher Who is in the cast of Eddie the Eagle?
Eddie the Eagle stars Hugh Jackman and Taron Egerton.
How much did Eddie the Eagle make at the box office?
Eddie the Eagle grossed $46.2 million worldwide ($15.8 million domestic, $30.4 million international) on a budget of $23 million.
How is Eddie the Eagle rated?
Eddie the Eagle has 7.3/10 on IMDb, 82% on Rotten Tomatoes, 54 on Metacritic and 72% on TMDB.
Does Eddie the Eagle have a post-credit scene?
No. Eddie the Eagle has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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