“The Eric Liddell Story” is inspiring! This animated feature focuses on the two things Eric is very good at: running and being a missionary. He was born in China in 1906 and sent to England to study at age six. He has a passion for missions but realizes too the gift of speed with which God has blessed him. Years later he wants to run in the Olympics but his 100-meter run is scheduled for a Sunday, and Eric refuses to run on the Sabbath. He seeks God’s plan and then is given an opportunity to run the 400-meter race on a Thursday. He not only wins gold but a place in history.
Eric returns to China as a missionary and helps a lot of people, but must also deal with World War ll and bombings and Pearl Harbor. Although there are recreations of war and some name calling, there is nothing graphic or gratuitous. We are pleased to award “The Eric Liddell Story” our “Faith-Friendly” Seal for all ages and our best rating, five Doves. We guarantee you will know more about this Christian man after seeing this terrific animated feature.