Eddie Murphy is finally telling his story—on his terms. Netflix is set to release Eddie in 2025, a documentary that pulls back the curtain on the legendary comedian’s life, career, and lasting influence.
For the first time, Murphy is welcoming cameras into his home to reflect on his journey, discussing his impact across multiple generations and genres—comedy, action, drama, animation, and more.
Murphy takes audiences on a personal journey through his nearly 50-year career, from a teenage stand-up phenom to a Saturday Night Live breakout, and eventually, one of the biggest movie stars of all time. The film will explore the game-changing roles that defined his legacy, including Beverly Hills Cop, Coming to America, Trading Places, The Nutty Professor, and his Oscar-nominated turn in Dreamgirls.
Directed by two-time Academy Award-winning editor Angus Wall (The Social Network, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo), Eddie doesn’t just celebrate Murphy’s meteoric rise—it offers a rare, intimate portrait of the man behind the success. With cameras rolling inside his home, Murphy reflects on his evolution across comedy, action, drama, and animation, while longtime collaborators, co-stars, and fellow comedians weigh in on his unmatched impact.
The documentary also captures Murphy’s ability to entertain across generations. Whether it’s his legendary stand-up specials like Raw, voicing Donkey in the Shrek franchise, or leading box-office juggernauts, Murphy’s influence is undeniable. And Eddie aims to show it all—the laughs, the struggles, the milestones, and the moments that made him a cultural icon.
Produced by John Davis, John Fox, Charisse Hewitt, Terry Leonard, and Kent Kubena, the film promises an emotional and entertaining ride. And with Murphy himself deeply involved, Eddie is shaping up to be the definitive take on one of Hollywood’s greatest entertainers.
Netflix’s Eddie premieres in 2025. Stay tuned for more updates on the documentary that finally gives the GOAT his flowers.