Eddie Murphy — News, Movies & Career Highlights
He turned stand-up into movie superstardom and stayed a household name for decades. This tag page collects the latest news, film updates, interviews and key career milestones for Eddie Murphy so you can catch every big moment without searching everywhere.
Eddie Murphy first broke through on Saturday Night Live in the early 1980s and soon moved to films that defined a generation. Think sharp comedy, bold characters and unforgettable one-liners. Over time he showed range — from raunchy stand-up to family comedies and voice work in animated hits.
Quick career highlights
Here are the pieces people ask about most. Use this as your short guide to Eddie’s work:
- Stand-up: Early specials made him a star and set the tone for his wild stage persona.
- SNL: The sketches and characters he created there still get quoted today.
- Classic films: Titles like Beverly Hills Cop, 48 Hrs., Trading Places and The Nutty Professor shaped his movie career.
- Voice acting: Donkey in Shrek introduced him to a new generation.
- Recent work: He’s returned to major movie roles and keeps appearing in comedies and dramas.
How we cover Eddie Murphy
We collect everything that matters: casting news, release dates, trailers, reviews and notable interviews. Expect straight updates when a new project is announced, quick explainers on why a role matters, and short pieces on memorable scenes or performances. If there’s a press tour, festival screening or big interview, we’ll link to the best sources and highlight fresh quotes.
Want fast facts? Look for short timelines and lists on this page: major films, best performances, and roles people still talk about. Want deeper reading? We publish reviews and analysis when a movie or special lands.
Curious where to start watching? For newcomers, try Beverly Hills Cop for action-comedy energy, The Nutty Professor for range and Shrek if you want family-friendly fun. For a view of his later dramatic turn, check his recent feature work and interviews that explain how he chose new roles.
If you follow Eddie Murphy closely, use the tag to get alerts on new posts. We update this page when big news breaks — casting, trailers, or major interviews — so you don’t miss the next chapter in his career. Got a tip or a question about a role? Send it our way and we’ll look into it for a future story.
Keep an eye on the posts linked under this tag for all the latest on Eddie Murphy — from his early SNL fame to whatever comes next.
