What is the best Eddie Murphy movie?

Five decades of comedic genius — from gritty buddy-cop classics and rowdy stand-up spectacles to surprising dramatic turns and crowd-pleasing blockbusters. Which is his crowning achievement?

1

Beverly Hills Cop

Murphy's 1984 blockbuster where Detroit cop Axel Foley investigates a murder in Beverly Hills, launching a beloved franchise.

1000pts

2

Coming to America

Murphy's 1988 classic comedy about an African prince who moves to Queens, New York to find a bride on his own terms.

914pts

3

Shrek

Murphy voiced the beloved Donkey in this 2001 DreamWorks animated classic, becoming one of film's most iconic sidekicks.

714pts

4

Dreamgirls

Murphy earned a Golden Globe for his electric 2006 performance as soul singer James Early in this musical drama.

652pts

5

Raw

Murphy's legendary 1987 stand-up concert film, widely regarded as one of the greatest comedy specials ever made.

652pts

6

Trading Places

Murphy and Dan Aykroyd star in this sharp 1983 comedy about two men whose lives are swapped as part of a bet.

571pts

7

Bowfinger

Murphy plays dual roles in this clever 1999 Hollywood satire, delivering one of his most underrated performances.

571pts

8

Dolemite Is My Name

Murphy's career-best acclaimed 2019 performance as blaxploitation legend Rudy Ray Moore making his own cult film.

456pts

9

Harlem Nights

Murphy's 1989 directorial debut set in 1930s Harlem, starring alongside Richard Pryor and Redd Foxx.

456pts

10

Delirious

Murphy's breakout 1983 HBO stand-up special turned concert film that helped define his explosive comedic persona.

456pts

11

48 Hrs.

Murphy's electrifying 1982 screen debut alongside Nick Nolte, redefining the buddy-cop genre with raw energy.

285pts

12

Boomerang

Murphy stars in this 1992 rom-com as a womanizing executive who meets his match, featuring a great ensemble cast.

285pts

13

The Nutty Professor

Murphy's 1996 comedy where he plays multiple characters, showcasing his range as a lovable overweight professor.

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14

Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F

The long-awaited 2024 Netflix sequel that brought Axel Foley back in a crowd-pleasing return to form.

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15

Beverly Hills Cop II

The 1987 action-comedy sequel brought Axel Foley back with bigger action and another memorable soundtrack.

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