Eddie Murphy is a Hollywood veteran who has starred in many beloved films through his decades-long career.
The intrepid actor does, however, consider his role of Axel Foley in the Beverly Hills Cop franchise to be one that stands out among the rest.
Trailblazing Success Worldwide
Speaking in a recent interview with Extra, pegged to the upcoming fourth installment of the movie series titled Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, Murphy noted its historical significance. Before ‘Beverly Hills Cop,’ there had never been a movie that starred a Black man, a Black person, that was successful all around the world.
Murphy highlighted how this success paved the way for other actors of color.Beverly Hills Cop
started it and started that. That’s where you get Will (Smith) and The Rock, they do it now, But ‘Beverly Hills Cop’ is the first one that did it.
Consistency with Hit Performances
The Oscar-nominated actor mentioned his previous work in The Nutty Professor and Coming to America as examples of movies he starred in that were global hits. His comedic and transformational talents have continually captivated audiences worldwide.
The Legacy Continues
Capping on that worldwide love for the franchise, Murphy confirmed that a fifth installment is currently in the works, with producer Jerry Bruckheimer working on the script.
The Return of Familiar Faces
The new movie sees Murphy reprising his role alongside regulars Judge Reinhold, Bronson Pinchot, and Paul Reiser. Newcomers to the series like Kevin Bacon and Joseph Gordon-Levitt round out the cast under first-time feature director Mark Molloy.
A Film That Defined Generations
Beverly Hills Cop first premiered in 1984 and became a career-defining role for Murphy. It earned an Academy Award nomination for best original screenplay and spawned sequels before this new addition lands on Netflix on July 3.
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