Coming 2 America
March 5, 2021 in theaters
Prince Akeem Joffer is set to become King of Zamunda when he discovers he has a son he never knew about in America – a street savvy Queens native named Lavelle. Honoring his royal father's dying wish to groom this son as the crown prince, Akeem and Semmi set off to America once again.
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"I am the heir to the throne of Zamunda."
-- Prince Akeem
DID YOU KNOW?
The sequel arrived 33 years after the original 1988 film, one of the longest gaps between a hit comedy and its direct sequel.
THE VERDICT
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Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall revisit Zamunda three decades later in a slick legacy sequel that leans heavily on fond callbacks and vibrant costume design. While the recycled plot lacks the satirical bite of the 1988 original, the ensemble cast brings plenty of infectious warmth and nostalgia. It is an easygoing, comforting reunion for fans of the original comedy.
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