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Based on the true story of British skier Michael ‘Eddie’ Edwards who became a sensation as the only British ski jumper at the 1988 Winter Olympics. Starring the charm offensive of Taron Egerton and Hugh Jackman, this is a classic underdog sports movie in the very best sense. Two of the happiest hours you could spend at the movies. This episode contains zero chill and several excellent puns.

Based on the true story of British skier Michael ‘Eddie’ Edwards who became a sensation as the only British ski jumper at the 1988 Winter Olympics. Starring the charm offensive of Taron Egerton and Hugh Jackman, this is a classic underdog sports movie in the very best sense. Two of the happiest hours you could spend at the movies. This episode contains zero chill and several excellent puns.


Show notes:Eddie the Eagle (2016) - IMDbCool Runnings (1993) - IMDbSteven Bradbury (speed skater) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia50 stunning Olympic moments No11: Eric Moussambani flails way to glory | Barry Glendenning | Sport | The GuardianHugh Jackman and Taron Egerton recreate the lift from Dirty Dancing! - YouTubeRobin Hood (TV Series 2006–2009) - IMDbEddie the Eagle: ‘I was probably closer to an ostrich’ | Film | The GuardianOLYMPIC INCLUSION — Women's Ski Jumping USATaron Egerton Is from Where? - YouTube

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