Eddie Murphyis widely recognized as one of the greatest comedic actors of all time, and now he is getting ready to return to form — in a unique new role. Murphy will star in the upcoming action comedy filmBlue Falconfor Sony Pictures, according toDeadline. Plot details on the film remain thin, but Murphy will reportedlyplay a superspy. The actor is no stranger to these types of high-octane films that blend action with comedy, so it seems thatBlue Falconwill be a return to Murphy’s roots.
While the plot remains aJames Bond-level secret, Murphy will portray a retired superspy who heads for the destination wedding of his estranged son, and finds himself in proximity with his arch-rival, according to a logline of the film from Sony. No other casting has been announced, and no director has been attached. However, more info is likely to come out about the film as it gets closer to production.
Blue Falconhas a screenplay from a bonafide action writer —Chad St. John,who co-wrote the script for the 2016 political action thrillerLondon Has Fallen,about an American president kidnapped by terrorists in the U.K. He also wrote the screenplay for theAlan RitchsonandShailene Woodley-starring filmMotor City.Blue Falconwill be produced byJohn Davisfor his Davis Films banner andCliff Robertsfor Syndicate Entertainment, alongside Murphy andCharisse Hewitt-Websterfor their Eddie Murphy Productions banner.
Murphy Is a Classic Comedy Star
Blue Falconwon’t be new territory for Murphy, who has become one of the most recognizable comedic actors ever. From his roots onSaturday Night Live,Murphy launched a film career that has made him one of the highest-paid actors in Hollywood history andcemented his role in classic comedies. This includes projects like theShrekfranchise and theBeverly Hills Copfilms. He is also known for his classic 1980s comedies likeComing to AmericaandTrading Places.
Blue Falconwon’t technically be Murphy’s first spy film, either, as he starred alongsideOwen Wilsonin the 2002 featureI Spy,a spy comedy film based on the classic television series from the 1960s. In the film, Murphy played a boxer who must go undercover to prevent the sale of a dangerous stealth airplane. It will be interesting to see ifBlue Falconmirrors Murphy’s role inI Spy.Murphy most recently starred in the newest installment ofBeverly Hills Cop,Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F,and is also working onShrek 5,which is set to be released in 2026.
No release window forBlue Falconhas been announced.Beverly Hills Cop: Axel Fis streaming now on Netflix.
Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F
