Eddie 1996
“The newest coach in the NBA has got the Knicks right where she wants them.”
What is Eddie?
Eddie is a film first released in 1996. Catalogued under Action, Comedy.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1996
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Release date
- May 31, 1996
- Studios
- PolyGram Filmed Entertainment, Island Pictures, Hollywood Pictures
- Genres
- Action, Comedy
- Updated
Trailer
Overview
Eddie is a film first released in 1996. Catalogued under Action, Comedy. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A limo driver becomes the unlikely head coach of his favorite basketball team.”
- Humorous underdog premise
- Energetic basketball comedy
- PG-13 rating includes mild language and cartoonish violence
Watch it if you enjoy light sports comedies about unlikely heroes.
Suitable for teen and adult audiences; contains mild profanity and cartoonish violence.
Ask the Vault
Ask anything about Eddie — answers are spoiler-safe.
Your verdict
Is Eddie worth watching?
Cast
Frequently asked questions
What sport does the film focus on?
The story centers on professional basketball, specifically the New York Knicks.
Who becomes the Knicks' coach?
Eddie, a New York limo driver and devoted fan, is appointed as head coach.
How does Eddie get the coaching job?
He wins a publicity contest for an honorary coach, prompting the owner to hire him.
Is the film based on real events?
No, it is a fictional comedy.
What is the film’s rating?
The movie is rated PG-13.