Beverly Hills Cop 4: Brace for action as Eddie Murphy's Axel Foley returns in first look pic
Beverly Hills Cop 4 welcomes back the iconic character Axel Foley, played by the legendary Eddie Murphy.
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Netflix has unveiled a sneak peek of Eddie Murphy reprising his role as the iconic policeman Axel in the much-anticipated Beverly Hills Cop 4. Axel, sporting his classic Detroit Lions jacket, finds himself in a filmed moment, hands raised, surrounded by onlookers capturing the scene on their smartphones.
Directed by Mark Molloy, the fourth installment introduces Taylour Paige as Axel's daughter, a criminal defense attorney, who draws her father into a California-based case. The storyline unfolds as Axel clashes with a special-unit officer from the Los Angeles Police Department, portrayed by Kevin Bacon, and teams up with a new partner, played by Joseph Gordon-Levitt.
Original Stars Reunite
Returning to the fold, franchise favorites Judge Reinhold, John Ashton, Paul Reiser, and Bronson Pinchot are set to reprise their roles in Beverly Hills Cop 4. The reunion includes key members from the original cast, adding to the nostalgic charm of the highly anticipated film.
The 1984 blockbuster, a breakout success, initially followed Eddie Murphy's character, a Detroit cop navigating the unfamiliar territory of Beverly Hills while investigating a murder. The film's stellar performance at the box office, grossing over $234 million worldwide, and its recognition with a nomination for Best Original Screenplay at the 1985 Oscars, marked it as a cultural milestone. Now, with the return of the beloved cast, fans can expect a blend of classic characters and new developments in the next chapter of this iconic franchise.
Eddie Murphy's Electrifying Return
In an exclusive interview with Empire, Jerry Bruckheimer, producer of Beverly Hills Cop 4, guarantees audiences a standout performance from Eddie Murphy as he reprises his iconic role. Bruckheimer expresses his admiration for Murphy's unpredictable brilliance on set, noting that every day of filming harkens back to the vibrant energy of the '80s.
Eddie Murphy's comeback in his classic role is set to take us on a trip down memory lane, filled with the same magic that lit up the '80s. The reunion of the original cast not only brings back our favorite characters but also injects a new spark into the timeless legacy of the franchise.