Review of Eddie the Eagle (2016) by Scott M — 14 May 2016

This film has the ingredients common to sports movies. Still, this is an entertaining story.

This review of Eddie the Eagle (2016) was written by Scott M on 14 May 2016.

Eddie the Eagle has generally received positive reviews.

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By Derrick M (245) on 11 Aug 2017

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By John D (2,323) on 13 Aug 2017

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By John B (4,244) on 19 Feb 2018

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By Jonathan B (2,317) on 30 Dec 2018

Taron Egerton was a brilliant choice for the role of Eddie Edwards because he looks exactly like him…

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Taron Egerton was a brilliant choice for the role of Eddie Edwards because he look exactly like him…

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By Terry B (255) on 12 May 2018

Wow, what an emotional roller coaster of a movie. Would watch again and still be on the edge of my seat…

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By Adam H (1,241) on 05 Jul 2018

Resisted this feel good movie. But, I broke down and gave it a chance and enjoyed it, whincing and rooting all the way…

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