Tag: Eddie Murphy
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‘Haunted Mansion’ to Release on Disney+ in October
“Haunted Mansion” is ready to spook Disney+ customers in October.Disney’s kid-friendly horror comedy, which is inspired by the classic theme park attraction, will hit the streamer on Oct. 4. Directed by Justin Simien, “Haunted Mansion” follows single mother Gabbie (Rosario Dawson) and her 9-year-old son (Chase Dillon), who enlist the help of so-called spiritual experts…
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An Original Ghostbusters Storyboard Shows Paul Reubens As A Different Form Of Gozer
“Ghostbusters” famously went through many iterations behind the scenes before it became a blockbuster hit in 1984. John Candy could have played Louis Tully, John Belushi was originally envisioned as Peter Venkman, and Eddie Murphy would have joined the team as Winston Zeddemore. But as we all know, Rick Moranis, Bill Murray, and Ernie Hudson…
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‘Coming to America’: Eddie Murphy’s First Time Playing Many Characters
Will we ever get the old Eddie Murphy back? For that matter, when exactly did we lose him? It feels like it’s been so long since we’ve seen Murphy be the singular comedy genius that he is, and it doesn’t help that he most recently was seen getting his time wasted on projects like You…
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The Decision To Direct Beverly Hills Cop Came Down To A Literal Coin Flip
Watching it in 2023, one might find themselves a little baffled as to why Martin Brest’s 1984 crime comedy “Beverly Hills Cop” was such a massive success. Made for a modest $13 million, “Beverly Hills Cop” caused a sensation, earning over $234 million domestically which is, when adjusted for inflation, closer to $700 million. It…
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This ‘Coming to America’ Performance Overshadows Eddie Murphy
It’s nearly impossible to examine Eddie Murphy’s overall brilliant career without bringing up the movie that arguably propelled him to new levels among the Hollywood comedy elite. Sure, it’s easy to single out early classics such as Trading Places, 48 Hours, and Beverly Hills Cop, but when it comes to full-on comedy, Coming to America…
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If You Want To Find Haunted Mansion’s Deepest Easter Egg, Look To The Paintings [Exclusive]
If “Haunted Mansion” director Justin Simien feels like something is watching him, it probably isn’t just the moving eyes behind the paintings of Disneyland’s most famous attraction. Because of the love fans have for the original theme park ride, there is a lot of attention surrounding the new horror comedy from the House of Mouse.…
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First ‘Haunted Mansion’ Reactions Call it Fun, Spooky, Full of Easter Eggs
Strap in for a scare ride with the upcoming film Haunted Mansion, based upon the fan favorite attraction from Disney’s various theme parks. The latest film to draw inspiration from the company’s catalog of iconic rides, Haunted Mansion is led by an all-star cast featuring the likes of Rosario Dawson, Lakeith Stanfield, Owen Wilson, Danny…
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‘Speed’ Was Once Pitched as ‘Beverly Hills Cop’ Sequel: ‘It Was a Final Hail Mary’
The “Beverly Hills Cop” franchise almost steered “Speed” away from audiences.The Eddie Murphy comedy-action vehicle was once briefly on the brink of taking over the “Speed” script before Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock were attached to star, according to former Paramount vice president of production Don Granger.During Kris Tapley’s latest episode of the “50 Mph”…
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Dan Aykroyd Says ‘I Wouldn’t Choose to Do Blackface’ Today, 40 Years After Doing It in ‘Trading Places’: ‘Nor Would I Be Allowed to Do It’
Dan Akyroyd admitted in a recent interview with The Daily Beast that he probably would not put on Blackface for a movie role today like he did 40 years ago in the blockbuster comedy “Trading Places.” Akyroyd starred in the John Landis-directed film as a rich investment broker who switches lives with a broke con…
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Read Your Fortune With ‘Haunted Mansion’ Tarot Card Character Posters
All cards are on the table ahead of the release of Disney’s Haunted Mansion, as new posters have been released showcasing the film’s characters. The film, directed by Justin Simien, boasts a star-studded cast featuring the likes of Rosario Dawson, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Danny DeVito, in the latest attempt to bring one of Disney’s…