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Being Eddie

Being Eddie

Documentary · 2025

From teen comedian to Hollywood legend, Eddie Murphy revisits his extraordinary showbiz ride with raw honesty and humor.

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Being Eddie

2025 Documentary 1h 43m

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6.8 / 10

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From teen comedian to Hollywood legend, Eddie Murphy revisits his extraordinary showbiz ride with raw honesty and humor.

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The people responsible.

Directed by

Angus Wall

Eddie Murphy

Eddie Murphy

Self

Kevin Hart

Kevin Hart

Self

Jamie Foxx

Jamie Foxx

Self

Pete Davidson

Pete Davidson

Self

John Landis

John Landis

Self

Chris Rock

Chris Rock

Self

Jerry Bruckheimer

Jerry Bruckheimer

Self

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The defence The Auteur Devotee

“Ambition earns the room.”

The film reaches for consequence and scale, accepting the risk of seriousness instead of shrinking from it.

The prosecution The Popcorn Loyalist

“Importance has entered the chat.”

The production keeps announcing its significance, as though awards-season posture were proof of insight.