Taron Egerton stars as Eddie Edwards, Hugh Jackman as his coach Bronson Peary, and Christopher Walken as former coach Warren Sharp in this biographical comedy-drama.
Main cast
- Eddie EdwardsTaron EgertonMain
- Bronson PearyHugh JackmanMain
- Warren SharpChristopher WalkenMain
Supporting cast
- Terry EdwardsKeith AllenSupp
- Janette EdwardsJo HartleySupp
- Dustin TargetTim McInnernySupp
- Matti NykänenEdvin EndreSupp
- BjörnRune TemteSupp
- LarryTom CostelloSupp
Guest & voice
- ÅgeJonas KarlssonGuest
- Mr. Edwards (Eddie’s grandfather)Ankush MohlaGuest
- DoctorMark BentonGuest
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About this cast
Eddie the Eagle is a 2016 biographical film that tells the true story of Michael ‘Eddie’ Edwards, an unlikely British ski jumper who competed in the 1988 Winter Olympics. The film stars Taron Egerton as the titular character, with Hugh Jackman as his fictional coach Bronson Peary. It also features a supporting cast including Christopher Walken, Keith Allen, and Jo Hartley.
FAQs
Who plays Eddie Edwards in Eddie the Eagle?
Taron Egerton plays Eddie Edwards.
Is Eddie the Eagle based on a true story?
Yes, the film is inspired by the true story of Michael ‘Eddie’ Edwards, the first British ski jumper to compete in the Winter Olympics, though some characters and events are fictionalised.
Who plays Bronson Peary in Eddie the Eagle?
Hugh Jackman plays Bronson Peary, Eddie’s fictional coach.
What year was Eddie the Eagle released?
Eddie the Eagle was released in 2016.
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