Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga (2020)

Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga is a rare Will Ferrell comedy that actually has a beating heart—an infectiously earnest, candy-colored celebration of big dreams, bigger performances, and the strange, wonderful joy of taking music way too seriously. It’s packed with gleeful pageantry and surprisingly strong original songs, while Rachel McAdams brings warmth and an open-faced sweetness that keeps the film grounded even when the humor goes delightfully broad. The vibe is buoyant and affectionate rather than snarky, like a crowd-pleaser that wants you to laugh and then, against your expectations, maybe get a little misty. If you need razor-sharp jokes every minute it may feel uneven, but if you’re open to a goofy underdog story powered by genuine spirit, this one hits the high note.

Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga wants to be a big, goofy underdog musical comedy with sincere heart, loud costumes, and affectionate Eurovision parody. The problem is it’s stretched thin: the jokes repeat, the runtime drags, and Will Ferrell is largely doing the same familiar schtick without enough sharp writing to keep the laughs consistent. If you’re hoping for biting satire or a tightly paced comedy, this can feel like a sketch that forgot to end. Still, if you’re a Eurovision fan (or just enjoy earnest, cheesy musical numbers), Rachel McAdams’ warmth and a couple of genuinely catchy songs may make it worth your time.