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Tom Costello | ... |
Eddie (10 years old)
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| Jo Hartley | ... |
Janette
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| Keith Allen | ... |
Terry
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| Dickon Tolson | ... |
UK Doctor
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Jack Costello | ... |
Eddie (15 years old)
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| Mark Benton | ... |
Richmond the BOA Official
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| Tim McInnerny | ... |
Dustin Target
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| Edvin Endre | ... | ||
| Mads Sjøgård Pettersen | ... |
Erik Moberg
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| Marc Benjamin | ... |
Lars Holbin
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| Iris Berben | ... |
Petra
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| Rune Temte | ... |
Bjørn the Norwegian Coach
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| Hugh Jackman | ... | ||
| Carlton Bunce | ... |
Old Jumper
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Inspired by true events, Eddie the Eagle is a feel-good story about Michael "Eddie" Edwards (Taron Egerton), 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 (played by Hugh Jackman), 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. From producers of Kingsman: The Secret Service, Eddie the Eagle stars Taron Egerton as Eddie, the loveable underdog with a never say die attitude. Written by 20th Century Fox
Some films are merely created for entertainment and to tell a story. This is one of those films that you're not going to hear about during award season but it was certainly satisfying and worth the time.
Egerton was a perfect choice to play Eddie, from his off beat humor to his on spot facial expressions, and Hugh Jackman is a great compliment as the supporting role. Both characters are total opposites, each flawed in their own way, but really mesh together on screen.
The movie is fun and the story, based on the Eddie the Eagles dream of going to the Olympics, was nicely told with clean comedy paced throughout.
Not knowing the outcome of the true story, I was on edge rooting for Eddie throughout - just like the crowds in the stands on film.
Really glad they made this film, it's such a fun story and Eddie The Eagle is so deserving for a film that honors his hard work dedicated to his Olympic dream.
Have fun with this one!