'Axel Foley is ready to go. All we need is a script': Eddie Murphy gears up for Beverly Hills Cop

The sound of the iconic Axel Foley is about to be heard again in Beverly Hills. Eddie Murphy, the man behind the badge, is gearing up to bring back the beloved Detroit cop in Netflix's "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel Foley." Joining him will be Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Taylour Paige, as reported by People.

Return to Form – Eddie Murphy Reprises his Iconic Role

The franchise, which took the world by storm in 1984, is moving from Paramount to Netflix for its latest installment, a decision made in the winter of 2019. "'Right now, they are writing a script. They are getting a script together,'" Murphy shared with Digital Spy. The excitement is palpable as fans await the return of Murphy's charismatic character.

Family First – The Guiding Principle for Murphy's Choices

Murphy's return to the big screen is not a simple nostalgia trip. The father of 10 opened up about his priorities in life, with family being the absolute focus. "'The whole idea of being out there and doing three movies a year, that s--- is over,'" Murphy reflected, "'I found over and over again and along the way I realized that if you put your children first you never make a bad decision.'"

Murphy's philosophy is more than words; it's the lifeblood of his choices, steering him towards roles like his reprisal of Prince Akeem in "Coming 2 America."

The Icon, The Family Man – A Portrait of Eddie Murphy

In the world of Hollywood, it's rare to find a star who shines both on and off the screen. Eddie Murphy, with his wit, charm, and undeniable talent, is one of those rare gems. "'When you hit a crossroads moment or you have got some s---, you think, 'Well, what is best for my children?' If you go that route then you never make a bad decision.'"

These words, spoken candidly by Murphy, encapsulate the man's essence. Whether he's cracking up audiences as Axel Foley or holding his children close, Eddie Murphy remains an icon, a symbol of what it means to be true to oneself and one's family.

With Beverly Hills Cop: Axel Foley still in production and details under wraps, one thing is clear: the world is ready for the return of Eddie Murphy, the star, and the devoted father.

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