Combined with his other seminal ’80s movie, Coming to America, Murphy was the king of American comedy. His presence represented a shake-up in the comedy status quo: Provocative jokes, tough action, and even some social commentary. (Photo by Paramount Pictures/ courtesy Everett Collection) All Eddie Murphy Movies RankedĮddie Murphy’s movie career came roaring out of the gate in the early ’80s, with three yearly successive Certified Fresh classics in a row: 48 HRS, Trading Places, and Beverly Hills Cop.