Exciting news for all movie fanatics, especially those who are Beverly Hills Cop enthusiasts. The latest chapter of this glorious franchise, the fourth movie called Axel F, just made its grand debut on Netflix. But hold your horses, before dash to watch, let’s journey back through the series and rate the movies from not-so-great to the absolute best.
Beverly Hills Cop III – Landing on the Lowest Rung
Coming in last place, we’ve got Beverly Hills Cop III from 1994. We’re not saying it was terrible, but they tried to morph Eddie Murphy into a standard action hero, and it kind of backfired. And do you know about the goofiest part? The film was set in a fake Disneyland. Yep, mascots, show tunes, the whole nine yards. Unfortunately, it didn’t really fit. But let’s not forget about the pulse-pounding car chase in the first 10 minutes – that was quite the ride!
Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F – A Fresh Sequel
Next up, let’s delve into the most recent addition, Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F that launched in 2024. Let’s give credit where it’s due; refreshing the magic of the original films was a Himalayan task. You see, after the first two films, Murphy became a BIG star. So trying to create that allure, that exact atmosphere…was really tough. Thankfully, the film manages to hit most of the right notes, allowing Murphy to showcase his comedic talent and bringing back fan-favorite characters like Judge Reinhold.
Beverly Hills Cop II – A Sparkling Sequel
Beverly Hills Cop II that emerged in 1987 holds the next spot on our list. The crew tried to keep the party going after their first hit, and turns out, they didn’t do half bad. In fact, they turned the glam factor up quite a few notches. However, some viewers felt it was a tad bit over-polished and flashy, but that hasn’t stopped it from gaining a cult following over the years, partly due to its nifty score by Harold Faltermeyer.
Beverly Hills Cop – The Ultimate Classic
Topping our list, no surprises here, is the one that started it all – Beverly Hills Cop from 1984. This one truly is the golden egg! Did you know it was originally meant to be a Sylvester Stallone action flick? But when Eddie Murphy stepped in as the lead, the movie took a comedic turn, and that transition made it simply iconic. An added feather in their cap was the epic soundtrack featuring Harold Faltermeyer’s cool theme “Axel F.”
So there you have it, our ranking of the Beverly Hills Cop movies. Do you have the same opinion, or do you differ? Got your own ranking? Let’s discuss in the comments!
Remember, each of us has a unique view when it comes to movies. At the end of the day, what matters is the shared love for the enchantment of cinema. So sit back, pop some corn, and get your Beverly Hills Cop movie marathon started.
With the addition of a fresh chapter, it’s a great time to relive the astounding franchise, to celebrate all the laughs and memories Eddie Murphy’s gifted us through the Beverly Hills Cop series. So, don’t miss out on the latest from the series, Axel F, now streaming on Netflix. Happy viewing, folks!
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