Product ReviewsComing to America (DVD, 1999)

Coming to America (DVD, 1999)

This is a really funny movie about a young African Prince from a mythical African country. His father has selected his bride for him, but he doesn't want to marry yet. Instead, he wants to visit America and "sew his wild oats". His Father the King, James Earl Jones, agrees and sends him and his lifelong personal servant and friend Arsenio Hall to where else - Queens, N.Y.! Desperately wanting to live just like everybody else, they take a ratty, roach infested, slum apartment. The plan is for the Prince, Eddy Murphy, if anybody was to find out, to pretend he was the servant, and Hall was the prince. Going to work in a fried chicken restaurant, Murphy falls in love with the owner's daughter. The owner does everything he can to discourage this because he wants her to marry money. After many funny turns, mostly due to language or customs differences, they begin to assimilate into Anerican life. One day Murphy's parents come to America, and along with their servants and bodyguards. When they try to find the Prince, they eventually make it over to the chicken place and the owner's home. They are staying at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel and are totally against any relationship between their son and a common girl. Her father is crazy when he finds out that Murphy is a Prince, and their money has his picture on it! All goes nuts for a while until Murphy's mother steps in and they wind up together.Read full review...

funny

this is his best movie I think. different roles played by him and arsenio glad I found it thanks

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'Coming to America'

Even after so many years since this movie was made (1988), it's still entertaining. Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall both play multiple characters with style and enthusiasm. You won't know who's who until watching the credits at the end of the film. Two very talented gentlemen.Read full review...

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Favorite MOVIE

"Coming To America" the movie is great! I went onto E-bay in hopes of finding it, because it's my fiancee's favorite movie of all time. It's hard to find some of these old movies in the stores anymore. What better place to find those odd things that may not be as popular anymore, but on E-Bay. I defiantly would suggest anyone to buy this movie, even if you have already seen it. It's a great classic movie that would make your collection even better. If you haven't seen the movie, GO AND BUY IT !!!!!!Read full review...

Love this DVD and we plan on watching it regularly, just a great story line.

Wanted this DVD and found it, now we are going to watch it regularly.

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Coming To America DVD

This is another great Eddie Murphy comedy-drama. I give it 3 thumbs up! I would recommend watching this with a loved one (girlfriend).

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Absolutely fantastic!

This movie is a "cult" classic and I am one of the "cult members". I think it was well done. Its witty and hilarious. Eddie and Arsenio were superb. This is raw comdey at its best. So many lines to quote.

The fact that I am also na African prince does not have anything to do with my view of the movie. :)

Bottomline, you won't be disappointed for picking up this movie. Guaranteed.Read full review...

Fun

Eddie funny as only he can be a fun movie.that leaves you laughing smd can hardly wait to purchase Coming to America 2. For all who are fans of Murphy I highly recommend this movie. Also arrived early.Read full review...

Simply Excellent!!!

This is a must-see, must-own movie. The choreography and costumes are excellent and unique! James Earl Jones, Arsenio Hall and Eddie Murphy give great performances. The plot is real and fantasy at the same time and it is simply one of the best movies ever! If you are a DVD collector like me, this movie definetly has to be in your collection.Read full review...

Eddie Murphy

First seen when I was in England. A great movie bringing back great memories.

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