Film
Coming to America
1988· R· 1h 57m· Comedy· Romance
“This summer, Prince Akeem discovers America.”
In "Coming to America" (1988), Eddie Murphy plays Akeem, an African prince who travels to Queens, New York, in search of a wife beyond his royal confines. Disguised as a poor immigrant, Akeem discovers a world of cultural contrasts and personal challenges, from securing menial employment to navigating the complexities of American romance and friendship. The film's blend of satire and sentimentality captures the essence of immigrant experiences and the quest for genuine connection in a bustling urban landscape.
1988-06-29
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Key Crew
DirectorJohn Landis
ScreenplayBarry W. Blaustein
ProducerGeorge Folsey Jr.
Director of PhotographySol Negrin
Original Music ComposerNile Rodgers
EditorGeorge Folsey Jr.
Full cast & crew (30 cast · 50 crew)
Details
Released1988-06-29
Runtime1h 57m · R
StatusReleased
StudiosEddie Murphy Productions · Paramount Pictures
Budget$30M
Box office$289M
LanguagesEnglish
CountriesUnited States of America
Rating6.9/10 · 4796 votes
Original languageen
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