Atholl St
Isle of Man
Wonderful feel-good, British comedy based on the true story of Eddie Edwards, a never say die underdog ski jumper trying to reach the 1988 Winter Olympics.
FILM STARTS AT 7:45PM. DOORS AND BAR OPEN 7:00PM.
Runtime: 1hr 46min | Cert: PG
Biography, Comedy, Sports, Drama
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Michael “Eddie the Eagle” Edwards (Taron Egerton) participation in the 1988 Winter Olympics at Calgary marked the first time a Brit had ever competed in the ski-jumping event. Edwards trains as a ski jumper under the tutelage of a hard-drinking former champ (Hugh Jackman), and eventually finds fame as a lovable loser who’s just trying his best. Directed by Dexter Fletcher.
Tickets available online (book now), or from Celtic Gold (Peel), Shakti Man (Ramsey) and Thompson Travel (Port Erin) or on the door (unless sold out).
