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When it comes to comedy movies, Eddie Murphy is the king. From Beverly Hills Cop to Dr. Doolittle to, of course, the Shrek series, the SNLalum has been a staple on the silver screen for four decades.

Entertainment News / Music Times / February 17

Katt Williams Claims He's Sitting on Shocking Secrets About Will Smith & Eddie Murphy: 'I Could've Ended Careers'

Katt Williams claims he is sitting on damaging secrets about Will Smith and Eddie Murphy, saying he deliberately chose not to reveal information that could have ended careers.

Entertainment News / Nerdist / November 24

Eddie Murphy Regrets Turning Down GHOSTBUSTERS, RUSH HOUR

Hollywood history has hundreds of stories where some actor or other was originally going to star in some such movie that went on to be a big hit. Infamously, David Schwimmer was in the running for Agent J in Men in Black which of course went to Will Smith.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / November 12

Robin Williams tried to talk Eddie Murphy out of speech slamming Oscars for overlooking Black stars

Eddie Murphy says Robin Williams tried to talk him out of his speech calling out the Oscars for overlooking Black stars. The 64-year-old actor took the Academy to task at the 1988 ceremony, but his fellow Hollywood star was worried Eddie wasn't going to hit the right tone.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / August 12, 2025

Eddie Murphy doesn't do his own stunts anymore

Eddie Murphy doesn't do any of his own stunts. The 64-year-old actor is famous for his comedy roles and action films, which memorable movies including Beverly Hills Cop, Trading Places and The Nutty Professor.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / August 12, 2025

Pete Davidson opens up about asking Eddie Murphy and Adam Sandler for "fatherly advice"

Pete Davidson is opening up about how Eddie Murphy and Adam Sandler have become mentors to him, explaining how he often goes to them for counsel and advice.

20 celebrities and their evil twin counterparts

Pete Davidson Says the ‘SNL50’ Audience Was ‘Terrible’: ‘It’s Just Famous People’

Eddie Murphy: I'm not motivated by awards

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / August 10, 2025

Eddie Murphy still thinks "Norbit" is funny

Film fans sometimes reference the “Norbit” theory, and Eddie Murphy is the reason why.

The best and worst Eddie Murphy movies

Eddie Murphy: I'm not motivated by awards

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / July 30, 2025

Eddie Murphy gives updates on 'Shrek 5' and a new solo Donkey movie

While promoting The Pickup, Eddie Murphy gave new updates regarding Shrek 5 and Donkey's upcoming solo project!

20 film franchises that viewers never get tired of watching over and over

Eddie Murphy confirms he'll play Inspector Clouseau in new Pink Panther movie

Entertainment News / Nerdist / February 21, 2025

You Can Watch These Classic Warner Bros Movies on YouTube for Free

There are a lot of free movies available on YouTube, and Warner Bros. conveniently put out a playlist with all their free full-length classic films. Included in the playlist is the Dungeons & Dragons film from 2000 starring Jeremy Irons and Marlon Wayans.

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The best and worst Eddie Murphy movies

Eddie Murphy has one of the most bifurcated filmographies. He’s starred in some of the best comedy movies ever and also some of the worst films of all time.

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20 essential pop culture podcasts for fans of movies, TV, and music

As a fan of all things pop culture, keeping up with everything going on in the industry can be challenging. That's why I rely on the list of 20 podcasts below to keep me up to date on the latest happenings with popular movies, music, TV shows, and celebrities.

Entertainment News / Nerdist / July 9, 2024

SHREK 5 Is Coming in 2026 With Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz Returning

Last year, Illumination founder and CEO Chris Meledandri hinted that Shrek 5 could be coming our way with its original voice actors reprising their roles.

Toon in: The 20 most hilarious animated films

20 celebrities you forgot were in hit animated movies

23 movies that can turn all frowns upside down

Entertainment News / Nerdist / May 23, 2024

Eddie Murphy Is Back (With Backup) in BEVERLY HILLS COP: AXEL F Trailer

For the first time in 30 years Axel Foley is leaving Detroit behind for the sunny skies of southern California. He’s also leaving the big screen for streaming.

The 25 best films set in Los Angeles

The most tantalizing

The 25 best films set in Detroit

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20 A-list actors who had short-lived music careers

Entertainers are multi-talented people, but not all actors are meant to be pop stars.

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The 20 best bad movies from the 2000s

Some movies are good. Others are just bad. These 20 are so bad they're good, and that's why we love them.

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Year in review: The best comedy movies of 2021

Whether you watched them at home or at the movies, there are the best new comedy films of 2021.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / August 24, 2021

‘Beverly Hills Cop 4’ is reportedly closer to filming

Eddie Murphy will soon reprise Axel Foley.

The 25 greatest villain names of all time

The 25 greatest action hero names of all time

The most entertaining buddy cop duos

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / April 8, 2021

Eddie Murphy to Oprah: 'I'm the most comfortable I've ever been in my own skin'

Eddie Murphy opens up to Oprah: 'I'm the most comfortable I've ever been in my own skin'

The 13th episode of Apple TV Plus's The Oprah Conversation will reunite the Oprah Winfrey with Eddie Murphy 35 years after their first interview together, according to Oprah Daily on Thursday.

Eddie Murphy jokes about why he took a break from acting: 'They’re giving me Razzies'

Eddie Murphy's most memorable characters

The 25 most influential comedians to come out of 'Saturday Night Live'

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Eddie Murphy's most memorable characters

While his career definitely has had some down points, he’s had a lengthy, impressive career.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / March 8, 2021

Eddie Murphy jokes about acting hiatus: 'They’re giving me Razzies'

Eddie Murphy jokes about why he took a break from acting: 'They’re giving me Razzies'

Eddie Murphy is back like it's 1988 with Coming 2 America hitting Amazon Prime Video last Friday, so it's easy to forget that the comedy icon was on an acting hiatus not too long ago.

Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall claim Paramount forced casting of white actor in 'Coming to America'

Michael B. Jordan reveals intense 'Without Remorse' trailer

The 25 most influential comedians to come out of 'Saturday Night Live'

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / March 2, 2021

Paramount Pictures forced hiring of white actor in 'Coming to America'?

Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall claim Paramount forced casting of white actor in 'Coming to America'

Maurice was hired at McDowell's for a troubling reason. Arsenio Hall and Eddie Murphy stopped by Jimmy Kimmel Live as the powerhouse comedic duo continue

Eddie Murphy intended for Tracy Morgan to play his son in 'Coming 2 America'

Eddie Murphy confirms 'Chappelle's Show' Prince sketch 'totally and absolutely accurate'

The 25 best sketch comedy shows of all time

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / February 24, 2021