Beverly Hills Cop (1984)

1984 • R • 105 min • Action, Comedy, Crime

Beverly Hills Cop (1984) is a action, comedy, crime film directed by Martin Brest. Led by Eddie Murphy, Highly rated with 7.4/10 on IMDb, this movie stands as one of the most memorable action, comedy, crime titles of its era. The film runs 105 min. Whether you are discovering it for the first time or revisiting a favourite, Beverly Hills Cop delivers exactly what fans of the action, comedy, crime genre are looking for.

Beverly Hills Cop (1984) poster
★ 7.4 / 10  IMDb
Action Comedy Crime
DirectorMartin Brest
WriterDaniel Petrie Jr., Danilo Bach
StarsEddie Murphy, Judge Reinhold, John Ashton
LanguageEnglish
CountryUnited States
Box Office: $234,760,478

About Beverly Hills Cop

Beverly Hills Cop (1984) is a Action film with strong elements of Comedy, Crime, directed by Martin Brest. The screenplay was written by Daniel Petrie Jr., Danilo Bach. The cast features standout performances from Eddie Murphy and Judge Reinhold, among others.

After the murder of his childhood friend, the slick Detroit detective, Axel Foley, heads to sunny Beverly Hills, on a one-man mission to ferret out the killer and bring him to justice. Before long, Ax…

Ratings & Reviews

7.4/10
IMDb
83%
Rotten Tomatoes
66/100
Metacritic
🏆 Nominated for 1 Oscar. 6 wins & 7 nominations total

Cast & Crew

Director
Martin Brest
Writer
Daniel Petrie Jr.
Writer
Danilo Bach
Actor
Eddie Murphy
Actor
Judge Reinhold
Actor
John Ashton

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Beverly Hills Cop about?

After the murder of his childhood friend, the slick Detroit detective, Axel Foley, heads to sunny Beverly Hills, on a one-man mission to ferret out the killer and bring him to just…

Who directed Beverly Hills Cop?

Beverly Hills Cop (1984) was directed by Martin Brest. The film is a action production that showcases the director’s distinctive style.

Who stars in Beverly Hills Cop?

The main cast of Beverly Hills Cop includes Eddie Murphy, Judge Reinhold, John Ashton. Their performances are one of the key strengths of the film.

Is Beverly Hills Cop worth watching?

Yes, Beverly Hills Cop is well worth watching, with strong reviews from both critics and audiences. With an IMDb score of 7.4/10, it has earned its place as a notable action film. It also received significant industry recognition: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 6 wins & 7 nominations total.

How long is Beverly Hills Cop?

Beverly Hills Cop has a runtime of 105 min. It was released in 1984 and is rated Action, Comedy, Crime in terms of genre classification.

Where can I watch Beverly Hills Cop?

Beverly Hills Cop may be available on major streaming platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, or available for digital rental/purchase on platforms like Apple TV, Vudu, or Google Play. Availability varies by region and changes over time.