Eddie Murphy Shares 3 Movies He Regrets Passing On

Eddie Murphy recently shared some regrets about his film career in an interview. He mentioned three big movies he wishes he hadn’t turned down: “Ghostbusters,” “Rush Hour,” and “Who Framed Roger Rabbit.” When asked why he missed out on these hits, he simply said, “They were huge giant hits.”

While Murphy may have some regrets, his career has been far from suffering. He’s played iconic roles in movies like “The Nutty Professor” and “Dr. Dolittle,” and even received an Academy Award nomination for his performance in “Dreamgirls.”

Currently, Eddie Murphy reflects on his legendary career in comedy in the Netflix documentary “Being Eddie.” Originally meant to focus on his return to stand-up, the documentary took a different turn due to COVID-19. Now celebrating 50 years in show business, Murphy looks back at the journey that led him to where he is today.

One of Murphy’s most popular roles was voicing Donkey in the “Shrek” franchise. Despite the challenges of voicing such a lively character, Murphy appreciates the love the movies receive from fans. He’s set to reprise his role in the fifth film of the franchise, reuniting with Cameron Diaz and Mike Myers as Fiona and Shrek, along with Zendaya as one of their triplets.

Even though he may have some missed opportunities, Eddie Murphy’s impact on the entertainment industry is undeniable. From his iconic roles in comedy to his voice work in animated films, Murphy has left a lasting legacy that continues to be celebrated by fans worldwide.