Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Brisk
- Intensity
- Moderate
- Complexity
- Simple
- Violence
- None
- goofy
- lighthearted
- warm
- feel good movie night
- music themed gathering
What critics said
Critics found the film's musical numbers and occasional comic spark appealing, but broadly considered its thin material, uneven gags, and excessive length a liability.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
The Eurovision competition, its elaborate staging, and its multinational pop spectacle are central to the film's setting and humor.
Lars and Sigrit receive a chance to represent their country and prove themselves on the world's biggest song competition.
The film uses flamboyant performers, theatrical musical numbers, and intentionally extravagant Eurovision presentation for comic effect.
Lars and Sigrit have pursued music together for years, and their Eurovision opportunity tests both their ambitions and their bond.
Films like Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga, and why
The Muppets
shared musical comedy, eccentric performers, competition setting, and affectionate parody of entertainment culture
Pitch Perfect
shared feel-good musical comedy, underdog performers, and backstage competition energy
The Greatest Showman
shared broad comedy, musical ambition, romantic partnership, and uplifting performance-driven storytelling
Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping
shared offbeat show-business satire, ensemble comedy, and affectionate celebration of live performance
Movie Details
- Director
- David Dobkin
- Release Date
- 2020-06-26
- Runtime
- 121 min
- Rating
- 6.4 / 10 (1634)
Cast
- Rachel McAdams
- Will Ferrell
- Pierce Brosnan
- Dan Stevens
- Jamie Demetriou
- Ólafur Darri Ólafsson
- Melissanthi Mahut
- Joi Johannsson
- Björn Hlynur Haraldsson
- Graham Norton
Where to watch in United States
- Streaming
- Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga about?
- Two devoted Icelandic musicians chase Eurovision glory through flamboyant performances, romantic complications, and an adorably chaotic underdog journey.
- What is Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga as brisk, its intensity as moderate and its storytelling as simple.
- Is Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga.
- What did critics think of Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga?
- Critics found the film's musical numbers and occasional comic spark appealing, but broadly considered its thin material, uneven gags, and excessive length a liability.
- Which films are like Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga?
- Films with a similar feel include The Muppets, Pitch Perfect, The Greatest Showman, and Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping.
- How long is Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga?
- Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga runs 121 minutes.
- Where can I watch Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga?
- In United States, Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga streams on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.
