5 best Eddie Murphy movies to watch ahead of 'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F'
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Eddie Murphy is set to reprise his role as Axel Foley in 'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F'.
The upcoming action comedy film serves as the fourth installment in the 'Beverly Hills Cop' film series and a sequel to 'Beverly Hills Cop 3' (1994).
The fourth film in the franchise took 30 years to materialize due to numerous production delays.
Apart from Eddie Murphy, actors such as Judge Reinhold, John Ashton, Paul Reiser, and Bronson Pinchot will be returning to reprise their roles from previous films in the franchise.
Ahead of the much-awaited release of 'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F', here are the five best movies of Eddie Murphy you can watch online:
1. '48 Hrs' (1982)
Eddie Murphy made his movie debut with '48 Hrs' in 1982, leaving a lasting impression with his role as Reggie Hammond.
The film's commercial success and wide critical acclaim not only launched Murphy's career but also earned him a Golden Globe Award nomination for New Star of the Year – Actor.
Murphy couldn't have asked for a better debut, and '48 Hrs' stands out as one of the most entertaining and thrilling action comedies of the 80s.
The essence of the film lies in the chemistry between Murphy and Nick Nolte as a criminal and cop backed by just the right amount of humor.
2. 'Beverly Hills Cop' (1984)
Eddie Murphy's best movies list is incomplete without 'Beverly Hills Cop', the first film of the franchise. His role as Detective Axel Foley made him internationally famous.
The New York Times, in its review, said, "Beverly Hills Cop finds Eddie Murphy doing what he does best: playing the shrewdest, hippest, fastest-talking underdog in a rich man's world. Eddie Murphy knows exactly what he's doing, and he wins at every turn."
Announced as the immediate blockbuster, the film continues to be pure entertainment even after four decades.
3. 'The Nutty Professor' (1996)
In the remake of the 1963 Jerry Lewis film, Murphy stunned his fans by playing a total of seven characters.
Of course, most of the credit goes to the makeup, with the film winning Best Makeup at the 69th Academy Awards. However, we cannot deny how flawlessly Murphy portrayed each character in the touching comedy.
'The Nutty Professor' remains one of the best films to witness Murphy's talent and achievement as a performer.
4. 'Dreamgirls' (2006)
The 2006 film 'Dreamgirls' was considered as Murphy's comeback film. He played the role of James 'Thunder' Early, an R&B singer who falls into depression as his stardom fades while his background singers rise to prominence.
The film was a commercial success with Murphy's performance receiving critical acclaim.
Murphy won the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor – Motion Picture and earned a nomination at the Oscars.
5. 'Tower Heist' (2011)
After a brief lull, Eddie Murphy's career saw a resurgence with his comedic role in 'Tower Heist'. He portrayed 'Slide' Davis, a petty crook in the film.
Starring Ben Stiller in the lead, 'Tower Heist' is a heist comedy film that follows the employees of an exclusive apartment building. They plot to loot their bankrupt owner after losing their pension in his Ponzi scheme.
'Tower Heist' is your formula comedy film featuring Murphy in his iconic comedic style.
How to stream 'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F'?
Eddie Murphy's upcoming film 'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F' is going for a digital release.
Directed by Mark Molloy, the film will start streaming on Netflix on Wednesday, July 3, 2024.
Subscription for Netflix starts from as low as $7 per month.
'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F' trailer