Starring Will Ferrell and Rachel McAdams, Eurovision Song Contest features a glorious soundtrack that captures the spirit of its main characters. The premise is rooted in the European Broadcasting Union's famous singing competition, as two life-long pals leave Iceland to represent their country on a grand stage. As a whole, Eurovision Song Contest on Netflix pays homage to Icelandic culture while incorporating some mainstream hits that various demographics will recognize.
In their native Húsavík, Lars Ericksson (Ferrell) and Sigrit Ericksdóttir (McAdams) aren't regarded as talented musicians. Similarly, the European Broadcasting Union doesn't believe "Fire Saga" can compete with an up-and-coming star named Katiana (Demi Lovato). As it turns out, though, Lars and Sigrit aren't horrible performers, and just need the right platform. Still, their naivete allows other musicians to manipulate big moments, which ultimately threatens Fire Saga's place in the Eurovision contest.
Eurovision Song Contest includes a mid-movie mainstream medley, and various pop culture figures make cameos through the Netflix film. Swedish pop star Molly Sandén also provides the vocals for McAdams' character. Overall, the music is catchy and energetic, which creates a warm and welcoming feel like the real-life competition. Here's every featured song in Eurovision Song Contest.
"Sá ég spóa" - Savanna Trio
"Waterloo" - ABBA
"Volcano Man" - Will Ferrell, Rachel McAdams, and Molly Sanden
"Happy" - Will Ferrell, Rachel McAdams, and Molly Sanden
"Ja Ja Ding Dong" - Will Ferrell, Rachel McAdams, and Molly Sanden
"In the Mirror" - Demi Lovato
"Heyr Himna Smiður" - Ellen Kristjánsdóttir
"Brand New" - Karl Zine
"La Di Da" - Linden
"Felis Lunar" - Alvia Islandia
"Double Trouble" - Will Ferrell, Rachel McAdams, and Molly Sanden
"Amar Pelos Dois" - Salvador Sobral
"Lion of Love" - Erik Mjones
"Push It." - Fitty Fitty
"Don't Wanna Leave" - Mr Robotic feat. DJ Bam Bam
"Song-A-Long" - Various
"Húsavík (Hometown)" - Will Ferrell, Rachel McAdams, and Molly Sanden
"Running with the Wolves" - Courtney Jenae, Adam Grahn
"Te Deum, H.146: I. Prelude" - Les Arts Florissants and William Christie
"Hit My Itch" - Antonio Sol, David Loucks, Taylor Lindersmith, Nicole Leonti
"Fool Moon" - Anteros
"Come and Play (Masquerade)" - Petra Nielsen
"Coolin' with Da Homies" - Savan Kotecha
"Untitled No. 3" - Sigur Rós
"Hoppipolla" - Sigur Rós
"Svefn-G-Englar" - Sigur Rós
Eurovision Song Contest opens with "Waterloo" as the iconic Swedish group ABBA catches the attention of young Lars. In the present, "Volcano Man" plays as Lars and Sigrit dream about making a music video. During a live performance, Fire Saga entertains locals with "Ja Ja Ding Dong."
When Eurovision kicks off, Katiana performs "In the Mirror" - a strong tone-setter for the competition. When Russian singer Alexander Lemtov (Dan Stevens) takes the stage, he delivers a theatrical performance of "Lion of Love." As for Fire Saga, they gain the hosts' attention with "Double Trouble."
During the grand finale, Fire Saga reunites for a moving rendition of "Húsavík (Hometown)," with Sigrit even hitting the "Speorg Note." When the group returns home after the competition, "Hoppipolla" scores the moment. Eurovision Song Contest on Netflix concludes with live performances of "Happy" and "Ja Ja Ding Dong."
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