MovieWeb

Coming to America (1988)

Coming to America
Coming to America
R
Comedy
Drama
Romance

Release Date
June 29, 1988
Director
John Landis
Runtime
116
Main Genre
Comedy
Writers
Eddie Murphy , David Sheffield , Barry W. Blaustein
Tagline
This summer, Prince Akeem discovers America.

Summary

Prince Akeem, heir to the throne of Zamunda, leaves the tropical paradise kingdom in search of his queen. What better place than Queens, New York, to find his bride? Joined by his loyal servant and friend, Semmi, Akeem attempts to blend in as an ordinary American and begin his search.

latest

Craig and Smoky lean back on the porch in Friday
The 10 Funniest Black Movies of All Time, Ranked

Revisit the all-time funniest Black movies, from Friday and House Party to Harlem Nights and more.

By 
Movies Leaving HBO Feb
Best Movies Leaving HBO Max in February 2023

A ton of great films will be joining HBO Max in February, but just as many are leaving. These are the best movies leaving HBO Max in February 2023.

By 
Coming to America 3 Is Already Being Planned by Eddie Murphy
Coming to America 3 Is Already Being Planned by Eddie Murphy

Eddie Murphy has an idea for a third Coming 2 America, but you'll have to wait a while.

By 
Eddie Murphy Says He Was Forced to Cast Louie Anderson in Coming to America
Eddie Murphy Says He Was Forced to Cast Louie Anderson in Coming to America

Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall have revealed the real reason Louie Anderson appears in Coming to America though they wanted an all-black cast.

By 
Tracy Morgan Almost Played Eddie Murphy's Son in Coming 2 America, But It Just Wasn't Right
Tracy Morgan Almost Played Eddie Murphy's Son in Coming 2 America, But It Just Wasn't Right

Tracy Morgan was originally meant to play Eddie Murphy's son in Coming 2 America.

By 
Eddie Murphy's Biggest Hope for Coming 2 America Is That It Doesn't Taint the Original
Eddie Murphy's Biggest Hope for Coming 2 America Is That It Doesn't Taint the Original

Eddie Murphy wanted to make sure Coming To America sequel would not taint the legacy of the original.

By 
Black Panther Audience Loses It When Fifty Shades Plays Instead
Black Panther Audience Loses It When Fifty Shades Plays Instead

Black Panther fans were shocked when they were shown Fifty Shades Freed instead of the superhero movie.

By 
McDowell's from Coming to America Opens in Hollywood for Halloween
McDowell's from Coming to America Opens in Hollywood for Halloween

Fat Sal's Deli in Los Angeles is getting its own Halloween costume in the form of McDowell's Restaurant from Coming to America.

By 
Star Trek 3 Begins Shooting, First Set Photos Emerge
Star Trek 3 Begins Shooting, First Set Photos Emerge

Zachary Quinto and Zoe Saldana prepare for their first day of shooting on Star Trek Beyond, sharing Instagram photos from the set.

By 
MW
Rick Baker to Receive Chiller-Eyegore Award at Halloween Horror Nights

The special maekup effects wizard will receive yet another accolade at the Universal Studios event.

By 
MW
Eddie Murphy Is Norbit

Actor discusses getting into this very big role.

By 
MW
Paula Abdul's Hey Paula! Coming to Bravo

A new docu-series for the Grammy award winning American Idol host.

By 
MW
Paula Abdul To Star In and Produce the Bratz Movie

Consulting on casting, music, dancing, and fashion in the big screen adaptation of the toy dolls.

By