Coming to America

1988

1h 57m

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6.9/10

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An African prince decides it’s time for him to find a princess... and his mission leads him and his most loyal friend to Queens, New York. In disguise as an impoverished immigrant, the pampered prince quickly finds himself a new job, new friends, new digs, new enemies and lots of trouble.

Directors

John Landis

Writers

David Sheffield(screenplay by)

Barry W. Blaustein(screenplay by)

Eddie Murphy(story by)

Stars

Eddie Murphy

Arsenio Hall

Shari Headley

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Prince Akeem …

Semmi …

Lisa McDowell

Cleo McDowell

King Jaffe Joffer

Queen Aoleon

Darryl Jenks

Patrice McDowell

Landlord

Maurice

Oha

Hold-Up Man

Vanessa Bell Calloway

Imani Izzi

Calvin Lockhart

Colonel Izzi

Vondie Curtis-Hall

Basketball Game Vendor

Cuba Gooding Jr.

Boy Getting Haircut

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Stephanie Simon

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Directors

John Landis

Writers

David Sheffield(screenplay by)

Barry W. Blaustein(screenplay by)

Eddie Murphy(story by)

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_Coming to America_ is a classic 80's comedy with excellent performances by Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall. The film's humor holds up well over time, and the duo's ability to portray a variety of different characters is impressive. While some aspects of the film may be dated, it remains a hilarious and heartwarming story about love and acceptance. Overall, _Coming to America_ is a timeless classic and one of the greatest comedies of the 80’s. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a good laugh.

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