Cool Runnings
Cool Runnings

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Cool Runnings

1993
Movie
98 min
English

When a Jamaican sprinter is disqualified from the Olympic Games, he enlists the help of a dishonored coach to start the first Jamaican bobsled team.

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IMDb6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes77%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users88%
Director: Jon TurteltaubGenres: Comedy, Sport

Plot Summary

Based on a true story, "Cool Runnings" follows a determined Jamaican bobsled team as they overcome numerous obstacles to compete in the 1988 Winter Olympics in Calgary. Despite their lack of experience with snow and ice, and facing skepticism from the international community, the unlikely squad, with the help of a disgraced former Olympian, pushes forward with humor and heart. Their journey is one of perseverance, teamwork, and proving that dreams can be achieved against all odds.

Critical Reception

Cool Runnings was a modest commercial success and received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its humor, inspirational story, and performances. It has since become a beloved cult classic, particularly for its feel-good nature and memorable characters.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its genuinely funny and heartwarming story.

  • The performances, particularly from the lead actors, are a highlight.

  • A feel-good sports comedy that appeals to a wide audience.

Google audience: Audiences loved the movie's humor, the inspirational true story, and the feel-good vibe. Many recall it as a nostalgic favorite that is rewatchable and always entertaining.

Fun Fact

The actors playing the bobsled team members had to train extensively to look convincing as athletes, with some of them experiencing motion sickness during their early bobsled runs.

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