Where to stream Eddie Murphy’s top movies as he reveals three major films he regrets turning down
Eddie Murphy had to choose between two major movies back in the 80s
Here's where you can stream Eddie Murphy's most popular movies as he reveals the three blockbusters he regrets turning down.
The US comedian-turned-movie star got his Hollywood breakthrough in 1982 as wisecracking convict Reggie Hammond in 48 Hrs.
He's since gone on to star in some of cinema's most iconic roles, including Axel Foley in Beverly Hills Cop and, of course, our favorite animated Donkey in the Shrek franchise.
But believe it or not, even megastars like Murphy have regrets about their careers.
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Despite his astronomical success, the actor has said there's three major roles he wishes he never turned down.
In an interview with the Associated Press, the 64-year-old revealed exactly the ones they were: 1984's Ghostbusters, 1998's Rush Hour and 1988 fantasy comedy Who Framed Roger Rabbit.
"Those are my big three 'wish I would have done' movies," he said, adding: "They were huge, giant hits."
The actor went on to explain he had to choose between starring in Ghostbusters and Beverly Hills Cop, adding that 'it worked out cool'.
The role of Winston Zeddemore, the fourth Ghostbusters member, was created with Murphy in mind, writer Dan Akroyd previously said.
However, director Ivan Reitman refutes the claims. Boston Blue's Ernie Hudson was cast in the role instead.
Where to stream Eddy Murphy's top-rated movies
Here are five of Murphy's top movies, according to Rotten Tomatoes ratings, and where you can stream them in the US.
Dolemite Is My Name
Coming in at number one with a near-perfect 97 percent critics' score is 2019's Dolemite Is My Name.
Based on a true story, this biographical comedy-drama follows entertainer Rudy Ray Moore as he struggles to make his mark in show business in 1970s Los Angeles.
It's available to stream now with a Netflix subscription.
48 Hrs.
This 1982 buddy-action comedy pairs a no-nonsense cop (Nick Nolte) with a charismatic convict (Murphy) for a 48-hour team-up to catch some ruthless criminals.
It racked up an impressive 92 percent Rotten Tomatoes score.
48 Hrs. is available to stream on Paramount+.
Shrek 2
If there was ever any doubt about which Shrek movie reigns supreme, this one ends the debate for good.
Shrek 2 boasts an impressive 89 percent score on Rotten Tomatoes, ranking third among Murphy’s top-rated films.
The animated sequel finds newlyweds Shrek and Fiona adjusting to married life as they make an unforgettable trip to Fiona’s parents’ kingdom.
Never far behind is Donkey, of course.
Shrek 2 is streaming now on Peacock.
Trading Places
This satirical 1983 comedy racked up an 87 percent Rotten Tomatoes score.
It follows a rich commodities broker and a street hustler whose lives are swapped as part of a wager by two callous millionaires.
Trading Places is streaming now on Paramount+ via Prime Video.
Beverly Hills Cop
Murphy stars as wise-cracking Detroit detective Axel Foley in the original 1984 action comedy that sparked three sequels.
After his friend is murdered, Foley heads to Beverly Hills and uses his street-smarts to take on a criminal conspiracy.
Beverly Hills Cop is streaming now on Netflix, but only until Sunday, November 30 - so get a move on!
Topics: Eddie Murphy, Streaming, Film and TV, Hollywood
Ellie Kemp