After more than three decades, “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F” has finally arrived, thrilling Netflix users. In just a few hours, it rapidly topped the U.S. rankings, securing the first spot according to FlixPatrol.
The production was directed by Mark Molloy in his feature film debut and written by Will Beall, Tom Gormican, and Kevin Etten, based on a story by Beall.
Both audiences and critics have praised the title for its respectful nod to its predecessors and applauded Eddie Murphy’s performance. Remarkably, Murphy, who was 20 when he started the franchise, is now 63 and still captivating viewers.
‘Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F’ ranks #1 on Netflix in the United States
If there’s something as iconic and enduring as Eddie Murphy, it has to be the “Beverly Hills Cop” franchise, his most beloved work. It’s no surprise that the latest installment, “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F,” is now ranking #1 on Netflix in the United States.
It has quickly dethroned “Trigger Warning” and “Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters,” which had been trending in recent weeks. Its only competition is “A Family Affair,” a Zac Efron film currently catching the eye of users worldwide.
In this new chapter of Axel Foley‘s story, the police lieutenant must save his daughter from a life-threatening danger, accompanied by his old and beloved gang. This includes Judge Reinhold and John Ashton reprising their roles as Billy Rosewood and Chief John Taggart. Paul Reiser and Bronson Pinchot also return!
If you loved the movie, get ready for more. On June 21, Eddie Murphy and Jerry Bruckheimer revealed to Variety that a fifth “Beverly Hills Cop” film is already in development. Stay tuned for updates!
