Beverly Hills Cop

83%

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52 Reviews

82%

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250,000+ Ratings

After his childhood buddy is murdered while visiting Detroit, rebellious cop Axel Foley (Eddie Murphy) follows the leads to Beverly Hills, Calif., under the auspices of a vacation. He checks in with old friend Jenny Summers (Lisa Eilbacher) and starts to believe her boss, art dealer Victor Maitland (Steven Berkoff), might somehow be involved in the murder. However, Lt. Bogomil (Ronny Cox) of the Beverly Hills Police Department does not trust Foley, and hinders his search for evidence.

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Critics Consensus

The buddy cop movie continues its evolution unabated with this Eddie Murphy vehicle that's fast, furious, and funny.

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Wendy Ide

Times (UK)

Much of the film’s appeal stems from the sizzling energy and sharp dialogue, a lot of which was improvised on the spot by Murphy.

Nov 20, 2023

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Kirk Ellis

Hollywood Reporter

This lickety-split action comedy is distinguished by the wry, character-conscious direction of Martin Brest, who coaxes a silver-bullet performance from star Eddie Murphy that's practically criminal in its accuracy.

Dec 5, 2016

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Chris Nashawaty

Entertainment Weekly

Rated: B

May 12, 2011

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James Berardinelli

ReelViews

Beverly Hills Cop suffers from its tendency to prioritize Murphy's comedic gifts over the narrative, but that element has enabled the film to stand the test of time.

Rated: 3/4

Jun 6, 2024

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Wayne Broadway

Black Girl Nerds

'Beverly Hills Cop' works as an action movie supported by Eddie Murphys comedic timing and inexhaustible charisma. Reinholds goofy but endearing Det. Rosewood also provides heart and hearty laughs.

Rated: 3.5/5

Mar 1, 2022

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Kevin Carr

Fat Guys at the Movies

It's a good detective story. It's got a great bad guy. It's got a motivated hero... it's a fun movie that moves... and doesn't stop.

Rated: 4/4

May 1, 2021

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Audience Member What this movie lacked was depth! I was looking for more story to match all of the action and excitement throughout the movie. The film is filled with tons of 80s banter which, from today's standards cheapens any film. However, I would say watching a young Eddie Murphy discover and refine his humor through film...is an exceptional experience. I would give this movie a 2/5. Rated 2/5 Stars • Rated 2 out of 5 stars 06/05/24 Full Review Sebastian L Beverly Hills Cop tries to cover up a paper thin plot with shenanigans that make even less sense. An admitedly catchy soundtrack is there to spice up slow moments but is only partially successful. With an actual script this could have been so much better. Rated 1.5/5 Stars • Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 05/08/24 Full Review Michael V He's been chased, thrown through a window and arrested. Eddie Murphy is a Detroit cop on vacation in Beverly Hills.Beverly Hills Cop is a 1984 American buddy cop action comedy film directed by Martin Brest 👮 Meh, it passed the time. Just. 😐👍🏼👎🏼This is almost more about the soundtrack than the movie itself…Fast-talking, quick-thinking Detroit street cop Axel Foley has bent more than a few rules and regs in his time, but when his best friend is murdered, he heads to sunny Beverly Hills to work the case like only he can. Rated 2.5/5 Stars • Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 04/13/24 Full Review Mary J Despite being a very typical 80s cop film, this movie is just plain fun! Eddie holds your attention effortlessly and makes the movie an easy and enjoyable watch. The supporting characters are just as intriguing. The upbeat music of the time fits perfectly. No wonder they made 2 more... 3 soon? Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 04/05/24 Full Review Alex L Classic cult comedy with solid performances. Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 04/03/24 Full Review Leandro T a phenomenal Eddie murphy comedy. Must see, so absolutely fresh Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/28/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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Martin Brest Director Eddie Murphy Det. Axel Foley Judge Reinhold Det. William 'Billy' Rosewood John Ashton Det. Sgt. John Taggart Lisa Eilbacher Jeannette 'Jenny' Summers Ronny Cox Lt. Andrew Bogomil

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Beverly Hills Cop: Official Clip - Axel Gets His Man