"Getting there was my gold medal" Now that's what the Olympic spirit is all about
@theleg3nd6224 жыл бұрын
It isn't about winning it's about taking part
@thebakeosaurusrex83614 жыл бұрын
Couldn’t of said it better myself
@antonboludo88863 жыл бұрын
@@thebakeosaurusrex8361 *couldn't have
@thebakeosaurusrex83613 жыл бұрын
@@antonboludo8886 I know your just trying to correct my grammar but it’s a bit annoying
@antonboludo88863 жыл бұрын
@@thebakeosaurusrex8361 I am the grammar Gold Medalist. A European would appreciate being corrected in grammar, but an American would not, LOL! xD When people correct my grammar or vocabulary, I thank them, because they have taught me something new. BTW, it is you're, not your, haaaa! xD
@NipponNostalgicTV8 жыл бұрын
I watched the movie last night and realised why Eddie couldn't go as far as the other jumpers. You see, the extra weight and aerodynamic drag of his gigantic balls was holding him back.
@THISshowSUX8 жыл бұрын
So true, he's the only jumper that left 3 tracks going down the slope. If he had an exrta ski for his balls he would smash the world record.
@NoVolveran8 жыл бұрын
+Primal 420 mate you made me laugh so hard ..... Lmao
@stansmith84998 жыл бұрын
The man is a true inspiration.
@hollorope7 жыл бұрын
Nippon Nostalgic TV hilarious!!!!!
@wensis20067 жыл бұрын
11 months later, you just made my day xP
@sebastienspaisaux79848 жыл бұрын
This guy is modest, honest, positive and "real" - he deserves (t)his movie more than others! Eddie, you rock!!!!!
@randomz12673 жыл бұрын
He is a brexishitter
@jacudaboy6 жыл бұрын
i was 27 the year of the Olympics and I only remember 2 things about them. Eddie the Eagle and the Jamaican bobsled team. Too bad his own country ridiculed him for trying in the beginning, but he turned out the be a hero for the UK. Way to go Eddie!
@ElenadQ4 жыл бұрын
You have establishment there in UK who treats people from lower classes like if it was still Middle Age. No surprise Eddie got helped only from Americans and the nobility from the British Olympic committee always declined him.
@jodie39508 жыл бұрын
Real-life Eddie seems like such a sweet, kindhearted person. He deserves all the love and support in the world! Best wishes to you, Eddie. You're a legend!
@abapaok7 жыл бұрын
Well said Nari, exactly how I feel too
@sumerolu8 жыл бұрын
An extremely uplifting movie, very well portrayed characters. I remember Eddie, and as some professional athlete said, Do you remember who took gold? No!!! While that is sad in itself, it is fitting. Eddie was an inspiration to many while so many were interested in winning, Eddie knew he had no hope of winning but still played his part..Someone always has to come last, Eddie made the best of the journey! Don't miss this movie. it's great!
@evilTaker90V28 жыл бұрын
Actually a lot of people knows who took the gold, three golds in Calgary actually.
@Frank_Cohen8 жыл бұрын
evilTaker90V2 I remember Eddie vividly yet can't recall who won gold. Sure, some know who won gold, but I'm confident more viewers of the time, like me, recall Eddie more than the gold medal winner
@djmayor70158 жыл бұрын
yes I remember Eddie but i dont recall who got gold at all, he made a massive impression on me as a kid, I was 7 when he went to Calgary the first time, was like wow
@evilTaker90V27 жыл бұрын
Frank Cohen Matti Nykänen won the gold, and two other golds. Matti is one of the most successful ski jumpers of all time. I like Eddie, but people only remember him because he was so bad yet likeable,and the only ski jumper from Britain to attend the Olympics to this day. I remember someone saying the other jumpers got mad at him because they thought he didn't deserve the attention he got, because you know, he sucked. Matti however wasn't one of them, Eddie said that Matti was always polite towards him
@adriancook98644 жыл бұрын
evilTaker90V2 matti sounded like an awesome dude,Must be a national legend back in his home,Thats was awesome of him on the way up in the lift👌 much respect,Shows what kind of person he was right there 👍
@pjperdue12936 жыл бұрын
Eddie, I lived in Calgary in 1988 and was home sick with mono, so I watched every minute of those Games. You were never a joke to the audience; you were the heart of the Games. (You, and the Jamaican bobsleigh team.) We always love to root for the underdog, so we'd give you a standing ovation over other ski jumpers. You were the extra-large heart and soul of the Games that year.
@smkennelgirl8 жыл бұрын
His mentality in this interview I feel is higher than what was portrayed in the movie. What a sweetheart.!! An amazing man really:)
@ChrJahnsen8 жыл бұрын
Who the hell doesn't like Eddie the Eagle?
@lukacola72966 жыл бұрын
People who don’t understand.
@storminboy6 жыл бұрын
People who don't have a soul.
@elamplough15 жыл бұрын
Snobs.
@Beaboobeee5 жыл бұрын
People who couldn't find their purple rucksack
@xshxyy3 жыл бұрын
People who don't exist.
@MarknoblesAcidhouseparty6 жыл бұрын
what a lovely mild mannered man , a real British star
@jim25098 жыл бұрын
What an intelligent wonderful fella. You Sir are an inspiration to all who dare to believe against the odds. God bless you. Get him knighted UK NOW.
@swerutufon8 жыл бұрын
I really admire Eddie Eagle, not for his results, but because he represented the true spirit of the Olympics - "The important thing in life is not the triumph but the struggle" - (Pierre de Coubertin). We really need more "eagles" in the olympics that lift the Olympics to the skies...
@adris.sleepingwithsirens8 жыл бұрын
I hope there is going to be another Calgary olympics
@gummybear19295 жыл бұрын
he’s a national treasure who needs to be protected at all costs
@randomz12673 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣🤣 Why, he is a breshitter probably agrees with the likes of tommy knobinson and the fat racist c@BT’s in the pub
@kylekelly1238 жыл бұрын
Loved the movie and love it even more now knowing what a genuinely great person this man is. How many people in his position can say they have a achieved what he has achieved? Simply amazing!
@euanelliott36134 жыл бұрын
He was the classic unlikely hero, just an ordinary lad who had a dream and didn't care if he lost, he just wanted to do it. I watched him at the Olympics and was proud of him, he stuck to it and lived his dream, celebrated by this marvellous film. Well done Eddie The Eagle.
@joaquingonzalo19458 жыл бұрын
Eddie I think about you when things are tough in life, and then I get my fighting spirit back. Txh for all the inspiration Eddie.
@banfasso31098 жыл бұрын
eddie is a living legend. easily on my top 10 list of people i'd love to hang out
@123collinson7 жыл бұрын
Ban Fa
@banfasso31097 жыл бұрын
carol collinson yes, carol?
@musicismyanodyne8 жыл бұрын
This was a wonderfully done film---and I am old enough to remember standing in my livingroom in Las Vegas, Nevada cheering on Eddie the Eagle! His accomplishment was fantastic then, and this is a wonderful, wonderful replay of those moments. I can't name a lot of Olympic medalists but will ALWAYS remember Eddie and his joy when he landed. Awesome experience all around!
@mikehaynes3988 жыл бұрын
I never seen any movie that inspired me and affect me. Thanks you Eddie Edwards And the director and all the crews that make this movie. This is the best movie I ever seen so far.
@olamarvin7 жыл бұрын
Eddie, you are the last real Olympian. Cheers from a Norwegian fan who cheered for Matti in 88...
@chriper778 жыл бұрын
I don't think I've ever seen all positive comments for a KZbin video before (as of now anyway). Just watched the movie. Eddie's a legend. Good on ya mate. What an inspiration
@mattmitchell11998 жыл бұрын
I was thinking the same thing reading through them.
@uglycustard16 жыл бұрын
Chris Perks it's got some now but some people are just twats
@ROTZOOI8 жыл бұрын
You know when a movie is so good, you have to youtube the background of it, especially if its based on a real time hero haha. That's what im doing now #eagle
@robertstevens15374 жыл бұрын
Eddie the Eagle was my hero, and still is. The people who criticized him totally miss the point of the Olympics in the first place. Thanks for the courage Eddie, then and now.
@synnek_music8 жыл бұрын
this is the first movie that really made me feel something , and i really feel so happy for him it's a motivation story about following ur dreams and never giving
@PalenSkate8 жыл бұрын
LEGEND!
@Matsas698 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Eddie for being yourself during you life. It is that simple, life is simple, we just have to follow our hearts. Thanks man !!!
@djbeachbob4918 жыл бұрын
the only thing i can say its an 100/10
@paulnodalo91308 жыл бұрын
+gue fare Agree in my top 3 movies of all time.
@georgia6738 жыл бұрын
+paul nodalo Totally agree. Instant favourite of mine. I saw it for the first time alone last Friday, watched it with my friends on Saturday because I loved it so much, then watched it with my family again on Sunday! Wonderful film!
@lisadonaldson59806 жыл бұрын
Who was Eddie the eagles coach
@MusicMan38 жыл бұрын
i balled like a baby most of the movie
@mirysick8 жыл бұрын
me too!
@TheSuave1018 жыл бұрын
+Miry Monroe dude i shed a tear... last who cares it takes guts what he did with the odds against him.
@mirysick8 жыл бұрын
I know. It's not easy, but he made it!! I learned a lot from this movie. Wanna be like him when I grow up hehehehe
@breakit466 жыл бұрын
Brian Miller So did i, i still don't get why. Eddie was so brave, there are dreams and there is reality. Awesome man.
@huu-chitran89005 жыл бұрын
I never as a kid took him seriously.Saw a program on telly which showed his determination and courage which shamed me. Saw the film and cried for the hero few get to be.He was recognised as "our eddie"and the country gathered round a true hero.
@OPTIONALWATCH6 жыл бұрын
when I was 16 I learned about him in 88 Calgary. I was rooting for him over my USA team.
@clairelariviere31222 жыл бұрын
My best Olympic memories are Eddy the Eagle. Thanks for the memories!
@Toke31648 жыл бұрын
fantastic movie ..just saw it... by the way did anyone else catch the cool running reference in the movie
@stansmith84998 жыл бұрын
That was great. You could watch both movies back to back and still get very emotional at the message those two movies gives you.
@dougmcconkey51268 жыл бұрын
Toke Holsting I heard it too I thought that was cool
@seanwickham89058 жыл бұрын
I heard a brief mention of the Jamaican Bobsled team after his 70 meter jump.
@djmayor70158 жыл бұрын
yes lol, I remember watching him in the olympics when i was a kid and thinking wow, he really flew and loved the cool runnings reference :) was a great film, made me tear up with his dads negativity towards him and his perseverance ;)
@dannypozner56967 жыл бұрын
Toke Holsting, did you just pun Cool Runnings?
@jowatstudios8 жыл бұрын
I can't believe people used to be horrible to him. I go skiing, and when I saw the film I made my self never give up. He's my inspiration.
@theycallmegazelle8 жыл бұрын
this warms my heart omg
@MN-tf4ek8 жыл бұрын
Just watched the film, 10 /10
@stephss5 жыл бұрын
Eddie along with the Jamaican Bob sledders, were the highlights of the '88 Olympics in Calgary, Alberta. I'm rather upset that I didn't know about this movie until now. I am so happy that he got to have his story told, and I really look forward to seeing it. Thanks Eddie for being amazing, and you were a star in Calgary, even if the press were trying to bring you down. Calgarians loved you!! Thank you for being part of our history. Xo
@darrensherwell492 жыл бұрын
Hey Eddie, I saw the movie on the weekend and I have to say that it was one of the most enjoyable movies I have ever seen. More power to you it's an inspiration for all us underdogs. God bless
@BloPsy_Actual2 ай бұрын
A common man, who may have not been a professional athlete by today's standards, but a person who had a dream of being at the Olympics and giving it his best. His results were not exceptional, but in the end, he was the star of the day.
@Cascade-xf6vc5 жыл бұрын
Congrats Eddie your such a big inspiration to lots of people. I know your probably not going to read this but you a big inspiration. When I watched the film it made me realise how much effort and hard work you put in to accomplish your dreams it really does make people think about about the effort you put in. Thank you for being an inspiration.😊♥️
@janschoice3855 Жыл бұрын
Eddy to me you are the greatest Olympic athlete ever! Your perseverance is unparalleled! You are an inspiration to many people! I live in the Netherlands but I am as proud as a peacock of you! I also had to swallow tears when I saw the movie. I hope you are well you are a true Olympian you gave 100% and not every Olympian can say that!! ❤❤❤❤🙏🏻😃🥂🍾✊🏻✊🏻✊🏻✊🏻
@ceeceebb3 ай бұрын
I met him several years ago and he is honestly the nicest guy. Such a cool experience.
@hyacinth.e.5 жыл бұрын
"I've been jumping for 20 months when I went to the Calgary Olympics. Everybody else there have been jumping for 20 years, so there was no way that I was gonna beat anybody. But for me, getting there was my gold medal." -Michael "Eddie The Eagle" Edwards
@OverlandOne6 жыл бұрын
A fantastic film about a really great guy. Once you see the view from the top of those different jump ramps, you realize just how brave/crazy anyone must be to intentionally launch themselves down them. Eddie is a real character and I am glad I got to see this film.
@chloekat38 жыл бұрын
ive watched this movie about 5 times already!! i really love it!! xx
@Amazingday228 жыл бұрын
I watch it 6 times now its a amazing film a true inspiration to us all never give up
@elliel37004 жыл бұрын
The movie should go down as a classic, it’s so heartwarming and the moral of the story is brilliant. Eddie is so well spoken, cool dude.
@StevePlunkett-h4i2 ай бұрын
What a lovely man and legend
@hassanebrahim53698 жыл бұрын
I am so glad to see him....he is my inspiration
@kolnewman80278 жыл бұрын
just watched that film, and it's defantly expierd me 100% what a legend and a brilliant film well done to you all!!! 👌👌👌👌👌👍👍👍👍👍👍
@badass1998oth8 жыл бұрын
inspired*
@PearloftheParticular2 ай бұрын
What a precious man. God bless you Eddie you are absolute treasure & a Heaven sent angel! ❤
@alexandersupertramp73537 жыл бұрын
I watched him on TV during the Olympics. My whole family was rooting for him. Such an inspiration you are Eddie "The Eagle"!!
@OctoberOctopusM3 ай бұрын
He's just so nice. You could really imagine yourself going to the pub with Eddy, or repairing your car or going on a paraglide
@rudij70602 жыл бұрын
Eddie - you made thousends of peolple grab a chance - not to be affreid - you are lovebale and humble.......people will talk about your for centruies to come! you made your mark - and we are all proud of you. From me......thank you very much ...you helped me so much !
@hexnar8420 сағат бұрын
It's great to hear from the real person that they enjoyed the movie. It really kinda adds to the enjoyment for me.
@robertgrant79468 жыл бұрын
This was a feel good film. My wife and I loved it.
@M.S.M.1116 жыл бұрын
What a great man, made his dream come true, he didn't win a medal but he won the hearts of many
@hagechin8 жыл бұрын
I laughed one minute, cried the next, over and over again throughout the whole film. What a roller coaster! Brilliant.
@rashidasvat26947 жыл бұрын
watched the movie 50 times, the joyful emotions keeps on repeating every time
@da72ma6 жыл бұрын
I watched the Olympic Winter Games, especially ski jumping and Biathlon when I was young. I don't know who jumped for my country. I don't know who won the event. I do know Eddie the Eagle and never wanted to miss his jumps. Everybody loved Eddie for him being him, for his courage, for his defiance of the standard, and not for the athletic performance performance. The movie about Eddie the Eagle took me back in time and he should be an example for anybody who is chasing his dreams.
@thatwasthedaythatwas6 жыл бұрын
What a nice man and easily the best film I’ve seen in a very long time!
@virginiastock55185 жыл бұрын
I watched this film yesterday and it is brilliant, thoroughly enjoyed it.
@TMillsMusic7 жыл бұрын
Just saw this movie tonight. Absolutely love it. True respect for Eddie.
@scorpioone39323 жыл бұрын
What a guy it brought a lump to my throat watching this movie , I have nothing but total respect for this guy . A true hero 👏 Eddie
@matistysk795 жыл бұрын
I watched the movue and I remember seeing Eddie on TV 1988 when I was a child. I have so much respect for him. A authentic great guy with a big heart.
@foomanchoofoo8 жыл бұрын
What a wonderfully articulate man.
@BadITCHproductions8 жыл бұрын
Just saw the film last night. Great job everyone. Very inspiring. A thousand life - lessons.
@Sheilamaizi8 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful movie and the real Eddie seems like a very sweet intelligent guy!!!
@davidross15038 жыл бұрын
I met him once in Bedford, he was such a gentleman and a real inspiration to the younger generation, I know most people like to win but it really is the taking part that counts and everyone has to start somewhere, a nice guy through and through
@carasmallwood48587 жыл бұрын
Up there with my favourite film's. Sooooo insperational Eddie! You have such a top, top character! Well done! Gold star!
@さおり-i4u7 жыл бұрын
He is so Sweet, he deserved this AWESOME MOVIE !
@devonzastre96667 жыл бұрын
This movie is an inspiration for anyone that's ever been told what they can or cannot do.
@adrienneclarke39535 жыл бұрын
I remember liking in the UK at the time of this and following Eddie in the news. He was amazing.
@jenniferfunnell78407 жыл бұрын
This movie inspired me so much I watch it over and over again and it remains my favourite movie
@MrHeavensoverrated8 жыл бұрын
being from Sheffield, and knowing where he skied in Sheffield, the man is a utter star,..and it so soo soooo nice to see someone who's positive towards other people,there's far to many people that like to belittle others, bitch,talk down to and tell people they just shit,.eddy my man I would love to buy you and have one myself a pint of ,...............MILK! Please people if anything you can learn from this lovely man that's to be positive to all people and one's self,..100% fantastic feel good film,..loved it!
@MotorCityPhoenix3137 жыл бұрын
Watched this movie on cable right now. All the feelz!
@mattmitchell11998 жыл бұрын
Awesome movie, I think it's my favorite underdog movie I've ever seen.
@ghpjerry6 жыл бұрын
This is the most real interview I've ever seen! TY!
@stevejhkhfda3 жыл бұрын
he's obviously a wonderful character Eddie and it's a classic British underdog story which we love.
@freyamccullough83267 жыл бұрын
I love this man. His joy is absolutely brilliant and completely contagious!
@SLYSPYHIWAY907 жыл бұрын
He brought a nation to tears as they cheered for his courage and determination to follow his dream . Now with the movie the world can share in Eddies journey . I think it's pretty cool that dreams sometime come true
@believewithyourheart56274 жыл бұрын
It is one of my very favourite films and it makes me cry too!
@cuggyboysmith818 жыл бұрын
1st view and comment! yaaaaay! love eddie 'the eagle' edwards. he was the first famous person i ever saw. i see him shopping in bedford shopping center in about 1989, when i was about 8. he lived in a village near me at the time. when i did removals i even moved his next door neighbour. what a claim to fame!!! lol
@squidgotquidfrodolambo63665 жыл бұрын
This is the most positive comments I’ve ever seen for a video😂love you Eddie🙌
@MusaKhan-dg2gh6 жыл бұрын
I just watch the film.it was amazing. His story is very emotional. Now realize that we should never give up
@groundhog59233 ай бұрын
Can't help but contrast the 1988 Winter Olympics with what we just witnessed in Paris. Eddie and the Jamaican Bobsled team earned the support of the viewers. It was an uplifting thing to watch. Contrast that with Raygun's break dancing and the 'Women's'(?) boxing spectacle we witnessed in Paris. We have to go back.
@ryansullivan42988 жыл бұрын
It's really cool to see this cause in the old footage of Eddie it kinda looks like he's not all there or missing a few marbles, but this shows that he's a very well spoken smart normal guy. So watching the old footage now I can see that he's just a kid who's probably just nervous and excited to be at the Olympics and on camera or something. So yeah it's cool to see a different side of Eddie. Great movie too.
@patscaravan16 жыл бұрын
What a lovely man he was so determined good one Eddie you inspired me so much for the persistence and never giving up
@alexgumby8 жыл бұрын
I saw this today and cried too. I'm looking forward to see this with my son, 13, this weekend. A real inspiration to others and to remember to never give up on your one true calling.
@himanshudas53017 жыл бұрын
what a fantastic journey.you inspired million people
@duggydee53146 жыл бұрын
I remember watchin Eddie when I was 10 in 1988- on TV and remember the news reels,the film is good and yea gives a new respect for the legend.
@Vicambecca8 жыл бұрын
I loved this film. I laughed and cried. A lesson to us all to follow our dreams and not give up. So good to watch a film that inspires us to be better.
@laurakerry57018 жыл бұрын
MASSIVE RESPECT to Eddie "the eagle" Edwards what a brilliant man and such determination I love the movie and I laughed and cried my eyes out brilliant man and such great character blew me away 100/100 and brilliant acting from the cast its a movie you can never get bored of
@raskokustomizart27868 жыл бұрын
I RESPECT MORE THJAN EVERYTHING THIS KIND OF MAN...GO WHATEVER HAPPEN BECOZ HIS DREAM. WHATEVER PEOPLE WAS THINKING HE KEPT GOING. U R AN EXAMPLE. THX TO HIM.
@kirkkilat77597 жыл бұрын
thank you so much Eddie . my inspiration "from Philippines"
@himanshukhandelwal82697 жыл бұрын
True sports legend.No words for you sir.u truly deserves salute of every ski lover.
@maryzai61624 жыл бұрын
Very inspiring movie😍😍👏👏👏 Just now I finished the film I’ll advice this one to everyone
@multifandomperson87036 жыл бұрын
Awww, what a lovely man. Fell in love with him, such a nice person
@smithhawkins727 жыл бұрын
This movie means so much to me. It reminds me to enjoy life in my lane. My personal best is all that matters.
@tomthefish60647 жыл бұрын
I saw Eddie speak today on his tour. I def need to watch the movie now.
@ketisonishvili51536 жыл бұрын
I get inspired by him every time. True legend!
@aszli19848 жыл бұрын
guys like this put the great into Britain
@OverlandOne6 жыл бұрын
Now, he is a fellow deserving of being Knighted by the Queen, instead of drugged out rock stars.
@whistlewing7 жыл бұрын
Great movie. I've watched it 3 times and will watch it again. Great down to earth movie. No violence, killing, swearing or sex!