Blades of Glory Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

Two guys who hate each other discover that male figure skating pairs are somehow a thing, and hilarity ensues (mostly because they are bad at being partners).

🍿 Blades of Glory: Detailed Plot Synopsis

Rivalry on Ice

Chazz Michael Michaels, a flamboyant and rebellious skater, and Jimmy MacElroy, a graceful and precise prodigy, are fierce rivals in the world of men’s figure skating. Their contrasting styles and personalities often clash, fueling their intense competition.

Banned for Life

During the World Winter Sport Games, their rivalry boils over into a physical altercation on the awards podium. This leads to both Chazz and Jimmy being stripped of their medals and banned from men’s singles competition for life. Their careers seemingly ruined, they each descend into obscurity.

The Loophole

Years later, Jimmy’s obsessive fan, Hector, discovers a loophole in the ban: it only applies to singles competition. This inspires Jimmy to consider competing in pairs skating. He reluctantly seeks out Chazz, and their former coach proposes they team up as the first-ever male-male pairs team.

Training and Rivalry Resurfaces

Chazz and Jimmy struggle to overcome their mutual dislike and vastly different skating styles. They endure rigorous training under their coach, facing comical challenges and rekindling their intense rivalry, albeit now as teammates. Their journey involves physical comedy, homoerotic undertones, and the gradual development of an unlikely friendship.

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🎬 Cast & Characters

• Chazz Michael Michaels (Will Ferrell): A sex-addicted, improvisational ice skater who is banned from competition but finds a loophole to compete as a pairs team.
• Jimmy MacElroy (Jon Heder): A precise and germophobic ice skater who teams up with his rival to compete in pairs skating after being banned from singles.
• Fairchild Van Waldenberg (Amy Poehler): A ruthless and scheming figure skater who will do anything to win, including sabotaging her competition.
• Stranz Van Waldenberg (Will Arnett): The equally ruthless brother of Fairchild who forms a scheming pairs team to maintain their skating dominance.
• Katie Van Waldenberg (Jenna Fischer): The younger sister of Stranz and Fairchild, who is manipulated by them but ultimately develops a genuine connection with Jimmy.
• Darren MacElroy (William Fichtner): Jimmy’s adoptive father, a billionaire obsessed with athletic success, who initially disowns him after the ban but ultimately wants him to do his best.
• Coach (Craig T. Nelson): The former coach of Jimmy who comes up with the idea of him teaming up with Chazz to win the gold medal.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Chazz: “I’m a sex addict, Jimmy. It’s a cross I have to bear.” – Chazz explains his lifestyle to Jimmy, highlighting his over-the-top, unapologetic persona.
• Jimmy: “I don’t even know what that means!” – Jimmy’s reaction to Chazz’s suggestion to skate to “Lady Humps,” showing his sheltered innocence.
• Chazz: “Nobody knows what it means, but it’s provocative. Gets the people goin’!” – Chazz defends his choice of music, emphasizing the importance of being provocative, even if nonsensical.
• Fairchild Van Waldenberg: “We’re going to crush you like we crushed Kristi Yamaguchi!” – Fairchild threatens Chazz and Jimmy, referencing a real-life figure skater to show their ruthless ambition.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $61,000,000
• Domestic Gross: $118,594,548
• Worldwide Gross: $145,710,347

💥 Blades of Glory Reviews

Personal Review

I thought ‘Blades of Glory’ was hilarious! Will Ferrell and Jon Heder have great chemistry. I laughed so hard when they were trying to do the Iron Lotus and kept failing miserably. It’s definitely a movie I can watch over and over again. The final skating routine with the Queen song was amazing!

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of Will Ferrell’s and Jon Heder’s comedic styles”
  • “Viewers who enjoy sports comedies and parodies”
  • “Audiences looking for lighthearted and absurd humor”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Sexual innuendoes and references”
  • “Crude humor”
  • “Suggestive themes”

Professional Reviews

• Rotten Tomatoes: “While the humor is often juvenile, Ferrell and Heder commit fully to the absurdity, delivering a consistently funny and surprisingly heartwarming sports comedy.
• IMDB: “The movie is genuinely funny, especially if you are into screwball comedies like previous Ferrell movies. Craig T. Nelson is awesome in his role as the coach. The movie is very short and has a lot of sexual references, and is another Will Ferrell classic.
• Common Sense Media: “This movie has a good mix of adult and physical humor and has plenty of laughs to go around. Some mild swearing and some very mild implied sexuality could be offensive to some people.

Audience Reactions

The outrageous costumes and over-the-top characters made the movie hilarious.: Viewers praised the film’s silly humor and the comedic timing of Ferrell and Heder.

Amy Poehler and Will Arnett were great as the villains.: Critics enjoyed Amy Poehler and Will Arnett as the villian brother-sister skating duo.

Overall Consensus: A silly and absurd comedy that delivers laughs thanks to the performances of Will Ferrell and Jon Heder.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “The writers claimed that “88.773 percent of Will Ferrell’s dialogue is improvised or changed in some way to suit his persona.””
• “Several real-life figure skaters, including Nancy Kerrigan, made cameo appearances in the film.”
• “The infamous “Iron Lotus” move is a fictional, extremely dangerous skating technique that was created for the movie.”

🖥️ How to Watch Blades of Glory?

Blades of Glory is available to rent or purchase on various platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Vudu. Check your preferred streaming service for current availability. Some platforms may offer a free trial period before purchase.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Blades of Glory, you might like these similar films:

• Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story (2004): Shares a similar underdog sports comedy theme, with outrageous characters and absurd situations.
• Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby (2006): Another Will Ferrell sports comedy that relies on the absurdity of its characters and the competitive world they inhabit.
• The Cutting Edge (1992): A romantic comedy centered around figure skating and a pair that must overcome their personal differences.
• Zoolander (2001): Features a similar brand of absurd, over-the-top humor and ridiculous characters in a competitive setting.

🛒 Blades of Glory Related Products

• Blades of Glory (Unrated Edition) [Blu-ray]: Get the unrated version of the movie with extra scenes and more outrageous humor. The quality is improved with the Blu-ray.
• Funko Pop! Movies: Blades of Glory – Chazz Michael Michaels: A collectible Funko Pop figure of Will Ferrell’s character, Chazz Michael Michaels, in his signature skating outfit. It’s perfect for display.
• Blades of Glory ‘Iron Lotus’ T-Shirt: A high-quality cotton t-shirt featuring the iconic ‘Iron Lotus’ skating move from the movie. Makes a great conversation starter.
• Art Print: Blades of Glory Movie Poster: High-quality print to frame of Blades of Glory movie poster. Size options include poster, small, medium and large.

🎧 Soundtrack

Blades of Glory features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Con te partirò” – performed by Andrea Bocelli with Sarah Brightman
• “Flash’s Theme” – performed by Queen

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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🔥 Bonus Content

Expert Analysis: Figure Skating Movies Deconstructed with Adam Rippon

Get an insider’s view on the world of competitive figure skating and the film industry as Adam Rippon analyzes famous skating scenes from Blades of Glory and more. His insights will make you appreciate the athleticism and artistry involved in both skating and filmmaking.

Olympic Gold Medalist Breaks Down Figure Skating in Movies

Join Olympic champion Nathan Chen as he examines iconic figure skating scenes from Blades of Glory and other films. His expert commentary will give you a deeper understanding of the sport’s technicalities and the challenges faced by skaters.

Unveiling the Art of Figure Skating in Movies with an Olympian

Get ready to be mesmerized as US Olympian Mariah Bell takes you on a journey through the world of figure skating in films. Her analysis of Blades of Glory and other movies will captivate you with its insider knowledge and passion for the sport.

Behind-the-Scenes Fun: Bloopers from the Set of Blades of Glory

Prepare for a side-splitting adventure as we dive into the hilarious bloopers from Blades of Glory. Join the cast and crew for a lighthearted glimpse into the chaos and laughter that went on behind the scenes.

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