Beverly Hills Cop (1984)

Plot Summary

Rebellious cop Axel Foley tracks leads from Detroit to Beverly Hills in pursuit of his childhood buddy's murderer. Eddie Murphy's charismatic performance adds humor to this action comedy classic, injecting levity into a suspenseful investigation.

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Awards

BAFTA Awards (1986)

BAFTA Film Award 1986

Nominated

Best Score

Harold Faltermeyer

Academy Awards, USA (1985)

Oscar 1985

Nominated

Best Writing, Screenplay Written Directly for the Screen

Daniel Petrie Jr. Danilo Bach

Golden Globes, USA (1985)

Golden Globe 1985

Nominated

Best Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical