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Eddie Murphy

Eddie Murphy

American actor and producer

Age
65years old
Born
3 April 1961Brooklyn, New York
Nationality
USA
Star sign
Aries
Years active
1982–2025

Known for

About Eddie Murphy

Eddie Murphy is an American actor and producer. They were born on 3 April 1961 in Brooklyn, New York. Their career spans 38 titles, among them Shrek Forever After (2010), Shrek (2001) and Shrek 2 (2004).

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Their career in figures

The earliest credit MovieNCo has for Eddie Murphy is 48 Hrs. (1982); in all, 38 films over 43 years. They have worked as actor in 37, producer in 10 and writer in 4. Their title most voted by MovieNCo readers is Shrek Forever After (2010), with 142 votes. Their busiest decade is the 2000s, with 13 titles. The person they have worked with most is Mike Myers, on 6 films, among them Shrek Forever After and Shrek.

Coming up

  1. 2027
    Out 30 June 2027

    Shrek 5

    Donkey

Latest work

Full filmography (39)
  1. 2025

    The Pickup

    Russell Pierce · Producer

    Where to watch
    7.0
  2. 2024

    Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F

    Axel Foley · Producer

    Where to watch
    7.3
  3. 2023

    Candy Cane Lane

    Chris Carver · Producer

    Where to watch
  4. 2020

    Coming 2 America

    Prince Akeem Joffer · Writer · Producer

    Where to watch
    5.0
  5. 2019 6.8
  6. 2017
  7. 2018 7.6
  8. 2018

Where to watch Eddie Murphy

Their films and TV shows you can watch now in the UK, and where.

  1. 2010 6.6
  2. 2001 8.2
  3. 2004 8.5
  4. 2007 6.3
  5. 2011

    Tower Heist

    Slide · Producer

    Where to watch
    6.3
  6. 1998 8.3
  7. 2010 5.9
  8. 2008 5.7

The best Eddie Murphy films

By MovieNCo readers' ratings.

  1. Dreamgirls 2006 8.6
  2. Shrek 2 2004 8.5
  3. Mulan 1998 8.3
  4. Shrek 2001 8.2
  5. Beverly Hills Cop II 1987 7.7

Family and relationships

Partners
Mel B 2006–2007

A count of the awards MovieNCo covers: Academy Awards (Oscars) (1932–2026), Golden Globes (1944–2026), BAFTA Awards (1950–2026), Actor Awards (2000–2026) and Razzie Awards (1981–2026).

  • Academy Awards (Oscars) 1 nomination
  • Golden Globes 2 wins3 nominations
  • BAFTA Awards 1 nomination
  • Actor Awards 1 win1 nomination
  • Razzie Awards 5 wins11 nominations

Has worked with

Eddie Murphy photos

All (5)

Questions about Eddie Murphy

How old is Eddie Murphy?

Eddie Murphy is 65 years old: born on 3 April 1961 in Brooklyn, New York.

Does Eddie Murphy have children?

Yes, Eddie Murphy has 2 children: Bella Murphy and Bria L. Murphy.

What are the best Eddie Murphy films?

By MovieNCo readers' ratings, the best Eddie Murphy films are Dreamgirls (2006, 8.6), Shrek 2 (2004, 8.5) and Mulan (1998, 8.3).

What is Eddie Murphy's next film?

Eddie Murphy's next release is Shrek 5, out on 30 June 2027.

How many films and TV shows has Eddie Murphy been in?

MovieNCo lists 38 films for Eddie Murphy, from 48 Hrs. (1982) to The Pickup (2025).

How many awards has Eddie Murphy won?

Eddie Murphy has won 8 awards from 17 nominations. By award: Academy Awards (Oscars), 1 nomination; Golden Globes, 2 of 3; BAFTA Awards, 1 nomination; Actor Awards, 1 of 1. A count of the awards MovieNCo covers.

What is Eddie Murphy's star sign?

Eddie Murphy is a Aries: born on 3 April.

Page reviewed on 14 December 2019.

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