Eddie Murphy is one of those actors whom you remember from your first experience watching. I was a kid, headed to see his Dr. Dolittle remake in theaters. I remember him so effortlessly making me laugh, and from that point on, I had to see more. Today, I want to go over ten of my favorite Eddie Murphy roles and what makes them so special to me. Let's dive in. 1. Beverly Hills Cop (1984)This action-comedy classic catapulted Murphy into a global superstar. He started to define the action comedy with Detroit detective Axel Foley. We knew this movie would deliver big laughs and bigger set pieces.Murphy single-handedly shaped the film's tone and pacing. His laugh and quick-witted takedowns of Beverly Hills' stuffy elite remain iconic.2. Coming to America (1988)Maybe my absolute favorite movie on this list, it's full of non-stop laughs. Coming to America features Murphy in one of his most beloved roles as the kind-hearted African Prince Akeem. The guy just wants to find his queen — in Queens. But what sets this apart is Murphy's willingness to play other characters like the opinionated barbershop owner Clarence and the soulful Randy Watson.3. Trading Places (1983)This is one of those movies that a lot of people will say could never be made today. There are so many taboo topics and ideas here, but they all make me laugh. And they're all thanks to Eddie Murphy.He teams up with fellow SNL alum Dan Aykroyd in a modern-day The Prince and...
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