Top 5 Eddie Murphy movies to watch after Netflix's AFI Lifetime Achievement Award Tribute

Eddie Murphy movies have shaped the childhood and young adult years of several people, making him one of the most renowned actors of Hollywood. He has been awarded several awards, including an Emmy, a Golden Globe, a Grammy, and even a Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award.

Recently, Eddie Murphy was honoured with the AFI Life Achievement Award. If you want to know why this actor is as successful as he is, why most Eddie Murphy movies have been blockbusters, and want to check out his work, here are the 5 best Eddie Murphy movies you can watch if you haven't yet.

5 best Eddie Murphy movies to check out after the AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to Eddie Murphy

Recieving AFI Life Achievement Award is no small feat, and Eddie Murphy has proved through his performances that he deserves such an honour. Here are best 5 Eddie Murphy movies that you catch check out:

Beverly Hills Cop (1984)

Directed by Martin Brest, Beverly Hills Cop follows the story of Axel Foley, a plainclothes Detroit detective, who investigates the murder of his best friend, Michael Tandino. Since Tandino was Axel's close friend, the case is assigned to a different detective, and Axel is asked to stay away from the case's investigation.

However, Axel goes to California under the disguise of taking a vacation and investigates Michael's death. This film was one of the Eddie Murphy movies which established Murphy as a rising star and became the highest-grossing film released in 1984 in the US. You can stream Beverly Hills Cop on Paramount+.

Trading Places (1983)

Trading Places follows a story where people literally trade places. Directed by John Landis, the story follows wealthy commodities broker Louis Winthorpe III (played by Dan Aykroyd), who loses everything after two rich businessmen frame him as part of a cruel social experiment. At the same time, street hustler Billy Ray Valentine (Eddie Murphy) is given Louis’ luxurious life and job to see if success depends on class or opportunity.

As Valentine adapts to high society and Winthorpe struggles to survive, the two uncover the truth behind the scheme and team up to take revenge on the powerful Duke brothers in a Wall Street fight. The film is streaming on STARZ.

Coming to America (1988)

Directed by John Landis, and based on a story by Eddie Murphy, Coming to America follows the spoilt yet kind-hearted Prince Akeem of the African kingdom of Zamunda. He decides he wants more than an arranged royal marriage and a life of endless luxury. Hoping to find someone who will love him for who he truly is, he secretly travels to New York City with his loyal friend Semmi.

Disguised as ordinary immigrants, the pair struggle to adapt to working-class life while navigating culture shocks, hilarious misunderstandings, and unexpected romance. You can stream Coming to America on Prime Video and Apple TV.

The Nutty Professor (1996)

Directed by Tom Shadyac, The Nutty Professor follows the brilliant but deeply insecure college professor, Sherman Klump (played by Eddie Murphy), a kind-hearted scientist whose groundbreaking weight-loss formula transforms him into a confident, charismatic alter ego named Buddy Love. As Sherman enjoys his newfound popularity, romance, and self-esteem, the serum begins affecting more than just his appearance.

It begins to create complications that go beyond his control. Torn between the gentle man he truly is and the bold personality the formula unleashes, Sherman must confront questions about identity, confidence, and self-acceptance. The Nutty Professor is streaming on Prime Video.

Dr. Dolittle (1998)

Loosely based on children's stories by Hugh Lofting and directed by Betty Thomas, Dr. Dolittle is one of the Eddie Murphy movies that led to sequels. It follows a successful San Francisco doctor, John Dolittle (played by Eddie Murphy), who seems to have the perfect life, balancing a thriving career and a loving family. But everything changes when he suddenly rediscovers a strange childhood ability: he can understand and communicate with animals.

As word spreads among creatures across the city, his life spirals into chaos, forcing him to juggle demanding animal patients, sceptical humans, and his own disbelief. You can stream Dr. Dolittle on Hulu.