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Cool Runnings

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Four Jamaican bobsledders dream of competing in the Winter Olympics, despite never having seen snow. With the help of a disgraced former champion desperate to redeem himself, the Jamaicans set out to become worthy of Olympic selection, and go all out for glory.
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Cool Runnings rises above its formulaic sports-movie themes with charming performances, light humor, and uplifting tone.

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Kevin Thomas Los Angeles Times 03/17/2020
[A] sweet-natured, high-spirited comedy, that rare movie that plays effectively to all ages. Go to Full Review Angie Errigo Empire Magazine 03/16/2020
3/5
Cheesy? Certainly. But strong performaces and a heart-warming storyline make this a winner. Go to Full Review David Anthony AV Club 03/16/2020
Though it certainly has faults, which only the extremely nostalgic could ignore, the film bests its contemporaries through its ability to unite childlike comedy and adult concerns without ever obscuring one with the other. Go to Full Review Grant Watson Fiction Machine 04/28/2020
7/10
A brightly optimistic and warmly funny comedy, with solid performances and a no-nonsense visual approach that emphasises story over spectacle. Go to Full Review People Staff People Magazine 03/17/2020
... mildly amusing but overly calculated comedy... Go to Full Review David Parkinson Radio Times 03/17/2020
4/5
Admittedly, it's a little predictable and patronising at times, but the eager performances of John Candy and his charges carry the day. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Isiah P. @oOstutterOo May 11 This movie was just a good time. It was full of entertaining one-liners, feel good moments, and a few surprising well shot sequences. I had a good time with this and it was easy to watch and the characters were very likable. It had a unique vibe and it adds a little extra knowing it was based on a true story. I will definitely return to this movie someday. See more Susie G @RT14798251 Apr 7 It's not my favorite or anything but it was very meaningful and shared a good message about not giving up, and everyone can take out something from this movie. See more Samuel H. @Samuelhaubner Feb 26 Some people say you can’t believe, but Jamaica has a bobsled team! See more Stephen C @bob25009 Feb 9 Funny in 1 hour and 37 minutes. All ages admitted. Based on the true account of the first ever Jamaican bobsled team competing for gold medals in the 1988 Winter Olympics in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. That's true, 100% true. 0% made-up. See more alan g @agenser Feb 4 Very good sports movie about redemption and trying to compete. See more Joy B. @9mr_0 Dec 22 فلم جميل وقصة خفيفة مع كوميديا لطيفة اخراج وتصوير جميل See more Read all reviews
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Jon Turteltaub

Director

Leon

Derice Bannock

Doug E. Doug

Sanka Coffie

Malik Yoba

Yul Brenner

John Candy

Irving 'Irv' Blitzer

Rawle D. Lewis

Junior Bevil

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Synopsis Four Jamaican bobsledders dream of competing in the Winter Olympics, despite never having seen snow. With the help of a disgraced former champion desperate to redeem himself, the Jamaicans set out to become worthy of Olympic selection, and go all out for glory.
Director
Jon Turteltaub
Producer
Dawn Steel
Screenwriter
Lynn Siefert, Tommy Swerdlow, Michael Goldberg
Distributor
Buena Vista Pictures, Gativideo
Production Co
Walt Disney Pictures
Rating
PG
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Oct 1, 1993, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Dec 13, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA)
$68.8M
Runtime
1h 37m
Sound Mix
Surround