Actor
Eddie Murphy
- Born: 3 April 1961, Brooklyn, New York, USA
- Estimated net worth: $200 million
Eddie Murphy is a versatile actor and comedian known for his roles in films such as 'Beverly Hills Cop', 'Coming to America', and 'Shrek'. He has had a prolific career in comedy, both on stage and in film, and is recognized for his distinctive voice and…
Eddie Murphy: best films and shows
About Eddie Murphy
Eddie Murphy is a versatile actor and comedian known for his roles in films such as 'Beverly Hills Cop', 'Coming to America', and 'Shrek'. He has had a prolific career in comedy, both on stage and in film, and is recognized for his distinctive voice and energetic performances. Murphy has received numerous accolades and remains a prominent figure in Hollywood.
- Born
- 3 April 1961, Brooklyn, New York, USA
- Known for
- Acting
- Height
- 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)
- Spouses
- Nicole Mitchell (1993-2006)
- Children
- 10 children: Eric, Christian, Bria, Miles, Shayne, Zola, Bella, Angel, Izzy, and Max
- Parents
- Charles Edward Murphy, Lillian Murphy
- Estimated net worth
- $200 million
Fun facts about Eddie Murphy
- Eddie Murphy was a regular on 'Saturday Night Live' in the early 1980s, where he gained fame for his impressions and characters.
- He provided the voice for the character Donkey in the 'Shrek' series, which became one of his most beloved roles.
Famous Eddie Murphy quotes
“I'm not a movie star, I'm a movie actor.”
“You know the thing about being a star? You can do whatever you want.”
“I’m a better father than I was a husband.”
Eddie Murphy: coming up
- Shrek 5 (Movie, Donkey (voice))30 June 2027
- Donkey (Movie, Donkey (voice))28 June 2028
Credits and dates: TMDB.
Eddie Murphy filmography
Cast (159)
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028 | Donkey Movie | Donkey (voice) | |
| 2027 | Shrek 5 Movie | Donkey (voice) | |
| 2026 | Untold Mr. T: I Pity the Fool Movie | Self (archive footage) | 7.6 |
| 2026 | AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to Eddie Murphy Movie | Self | 6.5 |
| 2025 | Being Eddie Movie | Self | 6.8 |
| 2025 | Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror Movie | Self (archive footage) | 8.2 |
| 2025 | John Candy: I Like Me Movie | Self - Actor, Saturday Night Live (archive footage) | 7.9 |
| 2025 | The Pickup Movie | Russell | 6.4 |
| 2025 | Number One on the Call Sheet TV | Self | 3.9 |
| 2025 | SNL50: The Homecoming Concert Movie | Self | 6.7 |
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music Movie | Self - SNL Cast Member 1980-1984 | 7.7 |
| 2024 | An SNL Thanksgiving Movie | (archive footage) | |
| 2024 | Stand-Up: The Laughing Therapy TV | Self (archive footage) | |
| 2024 | Hollywood Black TV | Self (archive footage) | 3.0 |
| 2024 | Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F Movie | Axel Foley | 6.6 |
| 2024 | Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution Movie | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | 6.2 |
| 2023 | Candy Cane Lane Movie | Chris Carver | 6.0 |
| 2023 | Eddie Murphy : Hollywood's Black King Movie | Kendisi (arşiv görüntüleri) | 6.6 |
| 2023 | Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields TV | Self (archive footage) | 7.5 |
| 2023 | You People Movie | Akbar | 5.6 |
| 2022 | The Jennifer Hudson Show TV | Self | 5.6 |
| 2021 | Eddie Murphy: Laugh 'Til it Hurts Movie | Self | 8.0 |
| 2021 | Coming 2 America Movie | Prince Akeem / Clarence / Saul / Randy Watson | 6.3 |
| 2020 | The Drew Barrymore Show TV | Self | 5.8 |
| 2020 | The Oprah Conversation TV | Self | 8.3 |
| 2020 | Entre broma y broma TV | Eddie Murphy | |
| 2020 | Feeding America Comedy Festival Movie | Self | 5.8 |
| 2019 | The Movies That Made Us TV | Self (archive footage) | 7.3 |
| 2019 | Dolemite Is My Name Movie | Rudy Ray Moore | 7.0 |
| 2019 | The Kelly Clarkson Show TV | Self | 6.2 |
| 2019 | The Tamron Hall Show TV | Self - Guest | 4.7 |
| 2019 | Desus & Mero TV | Self | 5.1 |
| 2018 | Won't You Be My Neighbor? Movie | Self - Mr. Robinson (archive footage) | 8.0 |
| 2017 | The True Story of... TV | Self (archive footage) | 8.3 |
| 2016 | Mr. Church Movie | Henry Church | 7.4 |
| 2015 | The Late Show with Stephen Colbert TV | Self - Guest | 6.1 |
| 2014 | Variety Studio: Actors on Actors TV | Self | 4.2 |
| 2014 | Eat Drink Laugh: The Story of The Comic Strip Movie | Self | 7.5 |
| 2014 | Late Night with Seth Meyers TV | Self - Guest | 5.1 |
| 2014 | The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon TV | Self - Guest | 5.8 |
| 2013 | Shrek Stories Movie | Donkey (voice) | 8.0 |
| 2013 | Whoopi Goldberg Presents Moms Mabley Movie | Self | 6.7 |
| 2012 | Eddie Murphy: One Night Only Movie | Self | 6.0 |
| 2012 | Dreamworks: Holiday Classics Movie | Donkey (voice) | 7.7 |
| 2012 | Shrek's Thrilling Tales Movie | Donkey (voice) | 6.7 |
| 2012 | Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee TV | Self | 7.1 |
| 2012 | Yo! The Story of ‘Yo! MTV Raps’ Movie | Self | 5.0 |
| 2012 | A Thousand Words Movie | Jack McCall | 6.1 |
| 2011 | Shrek: Once Upon a Time Movie | Self | 7.5 |
| 2011 | Method to the Madness of Jerry Lewis Movie | Self | 5.6 |
| 2011 | Tower Heist Movie | Slide | 6.1 |
| 2010 | Donkey's Christmas Shrektacular Movie | Donkey (voice) | 5.7 |
| 2010 | Shrek's Yule Log Movie | Donkey (voice) | 6.2 |
| 2010 | The Women of SNL Movie | Gumby (archive footage) | 5.3 |
| 2010 | Shrek Forever After Movie | Donkey (voice) | 6.4 |
| 2009 | Imagine That Movie | Evan Danielson | 6.0 |
| 2009 | The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien TV | Self - Guest | 7.2 |
| 2008 | Hollywood Singing and Dancing: A Musical History Movie | Self | 8.0 |
| 2008 | Meet Dave Movie | Dave / Captain | 5.3 |
| 2007 | Shrek the Halls Movie | Donkey (voice) | 6.4 |
| 2007 | Shrek the Third Movie | Donkey (voice) | 6.3 |
| 2007 | Norbit Movie | Norbit / Rasputia / Mr. Wong | 5.7 |
| 2006 | Dreamgirls Movie | James 'Thunder' Early | 6.7 |
| 2006 | Fuck Movie | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | 6.4 |
| 2005 | The Reichen Show TV | Self | 4.8 |
| 2005 | Dreamworks 5 Holiday Classics Collection TV | Donkey (voice) | 7.0 |
| 2005 | Saturday Night Live in the '80s: Lost and Found Movie | Self | 8.0 |
| 2004 | Far Far Away Idol Movie | Donkey (voice) | 6.3 |
| 2004 | Father of the Pride TV | Donkey (voice) | 5.0 |
| 2004 | Shrek 2 Movie | Donkey (voice) | 7.3 |
| 2004 | Shrek 3-D Movie | Donkey (voice) | 6.0 |
| 2003 | The Haunted Mansion Movie | Jim Evers | 5.7 |
| 2003 | The Ellen DeGeneres Show TV | Self | 5.6 |
| 2003 | 101 Most Shocking Moments in Entertainment Movie | Self (archive footage) | 5.0 |
| 2003 | Celebrities Uncensored TV | Self | 4.9 |
| 2003 | DreamWorks 6 Spooky Stories Collection TV | Donkey (voice) | 7.0 |
| 2003 | America's Next Top Model TV | Self - Guest | 5.4 |
| 2003 | Daddy Day Care Movie | Charlie Hinton | 5.9 |
| 2003 | Jimmy Kimmel Live! TV | Self - Guest | 5.3 |
| 2002 | I Spy Movie | Kelly Robinson | 5.4 |
| 2002 | The Ultimate Collection starring Johnny Carson - The Best of the 70s and 80s Movie | Self (archive footage) | |
| 2002 | The Adventures of Pluto Nash Movie | Pluto Nash | 4.4 |
| 2002 | Showtime Movie | Officer Trey Sellars | 5.6 |
| 2001 | Shrek in the Swamp Karaoke Dance Party Movie | Donkey (voice) (singing voice) | 6.3 |
| 2001 | Dr. Dolittle 2 Movie | Dr. John Dolittle | 5.3 |
| 2001 | Shrek Movie | Donkey (voice) | 7.8 |
| 2001 | Creating a Fairy Tale World: The Making of Shrek Movie | Self | 9.6 |
| 2000 | Nutty Professor II: The Klumps Movie | Sherman Klump / Buddy Love / Granny Klump / Mama Klump / Papa Klump / Young Papa Klump / Ernie Klump / Lance Perkins | 5.0 |
| 1999 | Saturday Night Live: Christmas Movie | Self (archive footage) | 5.6 |
| 1999 | Saturday Night Live: 25th Anniversary Special Movie | (archive footage) | 6.9 |
| 1999 | Bowfinger Movie | Kit Ramsey / Jeffernson 'Jiff' Ramsey | 6.2 |
| 1999 | Life Movie | Rayford Gibson | 6.7 |
| 1999 | Mark Twain Prize TV | Self | 6.8 |
| 1999 | The PJs TV | Thurgood Stubbs (voice) | 6.9 |
| 1998 | Holy Man Movie | G | 5.3 |
| 1998 | Doctor Dolittle Movie | Dr. John Dolittle | 5.7 |
| 1998 | Mulan Movie | Mushu (voice) | 7.9 |
| 1998 | Saturday Night Live: The Best of Eddie Murphy Movie | Self (archive footage) | 7.6 |
| 1997 | The View TV | Self - Guest | 4.3 |
| 1997 | Metro Movie | Inspector Scott Roper | 5.7 |
| 1996 | The Daily Show TV | Self - Guest | 6.4 |
| 1996 | The Nutty Professor Movie | Sherman Klump / Buddy Love / Lance Perkins / Papa Klump / Mama Klump / Grandma Klump / Ernie Klump | 5.7 |
| 1996 | The Garth Brooks Video Collection, Vol. 2 Movie | Self (We Shall Be Free Music Video) | |
| 1995 | Vampire in Brooklyn Movie | Maximillian / Pauly / Guido | 5.1 |
| 1994 | Inside the Actors Studio TV | Self | |
| 1994 | Beverly Hills Cop III Movie | Axel Foley | 5.9 |
| 1994 | But... Seriously Movie | Self (archive footage) | 8.5 |
| 1993 | Michael Jackson: Dangerous - The Short Films Movie | King (uncredited) | 8.2 |
| 1993 | Late Show with David Letterman TV | Self - Guest | 6.5 |
| 1992 | The Distinguished Gentleman Movie | Thomas Jefferson Johnson | 6.0 |
| 1992 | Boomerang Movie | Marcus Graham | 5.7 |
| 1992 | MTV Movie & TV Awards TV | Unknown character | 7.9 |
| 1992 | The Tonight Show with Jay Leno TV | Unknown character | 5.3 |
| 1992 | Michael Jackson: Remember The Time Movie | King | 9.3 |
| 1991 | A Party For Richard Pryor Movie | Self | 8.3 |
| 1990 | Another 48 Hrs. Movie | Reggie Hammond | 6.0 |
| 1990 | Tongues Untied Movie | Self (archive footage) | 6.7 |
| 1989 | Common Threads: Stories from the Quilt Movie | Self (archive footage) | 6.9 |
| 1989 | Harlem Nights Movie | Quick | 6.1 |
| 1989 | Saturday Night Live: 15th Anniversary Movie | Self (archive footage) | 7.8 |
| 1989 | The Best of Eddie Murphy: Saturday Night Live Movie | Self (archive footage) | 7.3 |
| 1988 | Yo! MTV Raps TV | Self | 7.5 |
| 1988 | LIVE with Kelly and Mark TV | Self - Guest | 5.6 |
| 1988 | Coming to America Movie | Prince Akeem / Clarence / Randy Watson / Saul | 6.9 |
| 1987 | Eddie Murphy Raw Movie | Self | 7.3 |
| 1987 | Beverly Hills Cop II Movie | Axel Foley | 6.5 |
| 1987 | Uptown Comedy Express Movie | Unknown character | 7.0 |
| 1986 | The Golden Child Movie | Chandler Jarrell | 5.9 |
| 1986 | Mike Tyson vs Trevor Berbick Movie | Self | 5.0 |
| 1986 | The Joe Piscopo New Jersey Special Movie | Self | 7.0 |
| 1986 | An All-Star Celebration Honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Movie | Unknown character | |
| 1985 | Friday People TV | Unknown character | |
| 1985 | B.B. King: Into the Night Movie | Self | 8.2 |
| 1984 | Beverly Hills Cop Movie | Axel Foley | 7.2 |
| 1984 | The Joe Piscopo Special Movie | Self / Carl Lewis | 9.0 |
| 1984 | MTV Video Music Awards TV | Self - Host | 7.8 |
| 1984 | Best Defense Movie | Landry | 4.3 |
| 1983 | Eddie Murphy: Delirious Movie | Self | 7.6 |
| 1983 | Trading Places Movie | Billy Ray Valentine | 7.2 |
| 1982 | 48 Hrs. Movie | Reggie Hammond | 6.7 |
| 1982 | Late Night with David Letterman TV | Self - Guest | 6.2 |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live TV | Raheem Abdul Muhammed (uncredited) | 6.9 |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live TV | Party Guest (uncredited) | 6.9 |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live TV | Self - Various Characters | 6.9 |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live TV | Self | 6.9 |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live TV | Self - Host | 6.9 |
| 1971 | Film '72 TV | Self | 5.1 |
| 1962 | The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson TV | Self | 7.6 |
| 1952 | Today TV | Self | 5.6 |
| 1949 | The Emmy Awards TV | Self | 7.9 |
| 1944 | Golden Globe Awards TV | Self - Honoree | 7.0 |
| 1944 | Golden Globe Awards TV | Self - Nominee | 7.0 |
| TBA | Beverly Hills Cop TV | Det. Axel Foley | 6.3 |
| TBA | The Making of Shrek 2 Movie | Self | |
| TBA | Attachment Parenting Movie | Unknown character | |
| TBA | The Pink Panther Movie | Inspector Clouseau | |
| TBA | Untitled Grumpy Old Men Remake Movie | Unknown character | |
| TBA | Blue Falcon Movie | Unknown character | |
| TBA | Purple Rain MTV Premiere Party Movie | Himself |
Crew (43)
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Pickup Movie | Producer · Production | 6.4 |
| 2024 | Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F Movie | Producer · Production | 6.6 |
| 2023 | Candy Cane Lane Movie | Producer · Production | 6.0 |
| 2021 | Coming 2 America Movie | Producer · Production | 6.3 |
| 2021 | Coming 2 America Movie | Characters · Writing | 6.3 |
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| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Dolemite Is My Name Movie | Producer · Production | 7.0 |
| 2011 | Tower Heist Movie | Producer · Production | 6.1 |
| 2007 | Norbit Movie | Producer · Production | 5.7 |
| 2007 | Norbit Movie | Screenplay · Writing | 5.7 |
| 2007 | Norbit Movie | Story · Writing | 5.7 |
| 2000 | Nutty Professor II: The Klumps Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 5.0 |
| 1999 | Life Movie | Producer · Production | 6.7 |
| 1999 | The PJs TV | Executive Producer · Production | 6.9 |
| 1999 | The PJs TV | Creator · Creator | 6.9 |
| 1998 | Holy Man Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 5.3 |
| 1996 | The Nutty Professor Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 5.7 |
| 1995 | Vampire in Brooklyn Movie | Producer · Production | 5.1 |
| 1995 | Vampire in Brooklyn Movie | Story · Writing | 5.1 |
| 1992 | Boomerang Movie | Story · Writing | 5.7 |
| 1992 | Boomerang Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 5.7 |
| 1991 | The Royal Family TV | Creator · Creator | 6.5 |
| 1990 | The Kid Who Loved Christmas Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 6.6 |
| 1990 | Another 48 Hrs. Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 6.0 |
| 1990 | Another 48 Hrs. Movie | Story · Writing | 6.0 |
| 1989 | Harlem Nights Movie | Director · Directing | 6.1 |
| 1989 | Harlem Nights Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 6.1 |
| 1989 | Harlem Nights Movie | Screenplay · Writing | 6.1 |
| 1988 | Coming to America Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 6.9 |
| 1988 | Coming to America Movie | Story · Writing | 6.9 |
| 1987 | Eddie Murphy Raw Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 7.3 |
| 1987 | Eddie Murphy Raw Movie | Writer · Writing | 7.3 |
| 1987 | Beverly Hills Cop II Movie | Story · Writing | 6.5 |
| 1987 | Beverly Hills Cop II Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 6.5 |
| 1986 | The Golden Child Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 5.9 |
| 1984 | Beverly Hills Cop Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 7.2 |
| 1984 | Best Defense Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 4.3 |
| 1983 | Eddie Murphy: Delirious Movie | Screenplay · Writing | 7.6 |
| 1983 | Eddie Murphy: Delirious Movie | Producer · Production | 7.6 |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live TV | Writer · Writing | 6.9 |
| TBA | Attachment Parenting Movie | Producer · Production | |
| TBA | Untitled George Clinton Biopic Movie | Producer · Production | |
| TBA | Blue Falcon Movie | Producer · Production | |
| TBA | It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World reboot Movie | Producer · Production |
Latest releases
- Untold Mr. T: I Pity the Fool2026 / TMDB 7.6
- AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to Eddie Murphy2026 / TMDB 6.5
- Being Eddie2025 / TMDB 6.8
- Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror2025 / TMDB 8.2
- John Candy: I Like Me2025 / TMDB 7.9
- The Pickup2025 / TMDB 6.4
Questions about Eddie Murphy
What are Eddie Murphy's most successful films?
Eddie Murphy's most successful films include 'Beverly Hills Cop', 'Coming to America', and the 'Shrek' series, all of which have achieved both critical acclaim and box office success.
Has Eddie Murphy won any awards?
Eddie Murphy has received several awards, including a Golden Globe Award for 'Dreamgirls' and numerous nominations, including Academy Award nominations for Best Supporting Actor.
What was Eddie Murphy's first film?
Eddie Murphy's first film was '48 Hrs.' released in 1982, where he starred alongside Nick Nolte, marking the beginning of his successful film career.
What is Eddie Murphy's net worth?
Eddie Murphy's estimated net worth is around $200 million, largely due to his successful career in film, television, and stand-up comedy.
What is Eddie Murphy's acting style?
Eddie Murphy's acting style is characterized by his energetic performances, comedic timing, and ability to portray multiple characters, often showcasing his improvisational skills.
What are some of Eddie Murphy's defining characteristics?
Eddie Murphy is known for his distinctive voice and ability to switch between various comedic personas, making him a versatile actor in both comedy and drama.
What was Eddie Murphy's role in 'Shrek'?
In 'Shrek', Eddie Murphy voiced Donkey, a character known for his comedic personality and witty one-liners, contributing significantly to the film's success and popularity.
How many children does Eddie Murphy have?
Eddie Murphy has ten children, with names including Eric, Christian, Bria, Miles, Shayne, Zola, Bella, Angel, Izzy, and Max, reflecting his commitment to family.