Eddie Murphy is finally breaking his silence. The comedy legend opens up for the first time on his remarkable 50-year journey that started as teenage stand-up and led to Hollywood royalty in Netflix’s star-studded documentary ‘Being Eddie’.
Netflix documentary by Eddie Murphy created hype
Netflix has dropped a special for comedy fans. The documentary “Being Eddie”, will release on November 12, 2025, and will provide viewers with a first-hand glimpse into the extraordinary career of Eddie Murphy over the course of 50 years. Two-time Oscar-winning filmmaker Angus Wall promises the documentary will include never-before-seen footage and personal revelations.
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It is not a typical celebrity documentary. At the age of 64, Murphy takes viewers on his meteoric journey from a teenage comedian to the biggest star in Hollywood. The documentary delves into his groundbreaking work on Saturday Night Live, classic stand-up specials such as “Raw” and blockbuster movies such as ‘Beverly Hills Cop’, ‘Coming to America’, and the ‘Shrek’ series.
Star-studded casts
The documentary includes heavyweight comedy legends giving their views. Chris Rock, Dave Chappelle, Kevin Hart, Jerry Seinfeld, Jamie Foxx, and Pete Davidson all appear, talking about what makes Murphy so unique. Arsenio Hall, Tracee Ellis Ross, and Tracy Morgan will also share some personal experiences in collaboration with the comedy legend.
What is unique about this documentary? Murphy opens up his home and his heart. He recalls how he has entertained three generations of audiences and why he does not attend award shows, labeling them as places where “everybody’s dressed and acting and fake”. The movie touches on personal issues too, such as the tragic murder of his father and the choice to leave stand-up comedy.
A Legacy is Examined
This could be Murphy’s biggest revelation to fans. In the documentary, “My biggest blessing is not my comedic talent — my biggest blessing is that I love myself.” This self-awareness helped him to prevent the traps that consumed most of his contemporaries.
Being Eddie | Official Trailer | Netflix
From his breakthrough on Saturday Night Live in 1987 to his Oscar nomination in “Dreamgirls,” the career of Murphy is a manifestation of unrivalled versatility. The documentary highlights the way he changed the culture of comedy, film and entertainment without losing his original voice.
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