Blades of Glory (2007)

Blades of Glory is a loud, absurd, and surprisingly sweet sports comedy about two wildly different Olympic figure skaters—Chazz Michael Michaels, a hyper-sexualized showman, and Jimmy MacElroy, a precise, uptight prodigy—who are banned from men's singles competition after a public brawl. Years later they exploit a loophole and become the sport’s first male-male pairs team. Forced to bury their mutual hatred, learn to skate in sync, and face off against the scheming Van Waldenberg siblings (who will do anything to win), Chazz and Jimmy must also navigate a budding romantic subplot and a coach’s risky, signature move that could make—or break—their chance at gold. If you watch it, expect broad physical comedy, outrageous sight gags, and cheeky satire of figure skating culture, mixed with heartfelt moments as two rivals learn teamwork and respect. The film serves up flashy routines, over-the-top costumes and stunts, competitive hijinks and dirty tricks, plus a steady stream of one-liners and slapstick. It’s an entertaining, silly ride built for laughs and crowd-pleasing spectacle rather than realism—perfect if you want an energetic, goofy sports comedy with a touch of unexpected warmth.

Actors: Will Ferrell, Jon Heder, Amy Poehler

Directors: Josh Gordon, Will Speck

Runtime: 93 min

Genres: Comedy, Sport

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