Before Wakanda, there was Zamunda. James Earl Jones, Madge Sinclair, and John Amos, RIP. Funny enough, 6 years after this film, Jones and Sinclair played another royal couple: King Mufasa and Queen Sarabi in The Lion King. "MY SON WORKS?!" - According to James Earl Jones, that was his favorite line amongst his great career.
@ or that the MCU introduced Wakanda to a wider audience and made it a cultural phenomenon. I was actually introduced to it by the Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes show.
Of all the villains she's reacted to, in all the many movies she's watched, she really seemed to be the most annoyed ever by Daryl. He actually was the worst.
I never noticed the other subtle nod to "Trading Places",the poster for the fictional poster for a fictional movie called "See You Next Wednesday" starring Jamie Lee Curtis until Addie pointed it out.
@@SurvivorBri Don't miss this clip of a live Nile Rodgers stream with that same singer improving...lol ua-cam.com/video/nzUDR9BsaL4/v-deo.htmlsi=aumPs7gHmgPR59xz
James Earl Jones and John Amos were well established actors before this movie. The large guy that works behind the counter with Murphy and Hall, was comedian Louie Anderson...R.I.P.
"Not the dog... I don't even know this dog and I'm so sad!" That joke walks a fine line, but the delivery of "Damn shame what they did to that dog..." and the tape outlines really make it work 😅
That scene always sets me wheezing man. The body outline fo the dog, the cane being there too, the legitimate sadness in the landlord's voice when he was just berating the dude that fell down the stairs, it's all crafted so perfectly.
Eddie also played multiple characters in The Nutty Professor films as his character’s whole family and a character based on the late Richard Simmons. All of the makeup for Eddie & Arsenio’s multiple characters was done by Rick Baker who I believe won an Oscar for this film. He was also the makeup designer for The Nutty Professor films.
The third barber in this is the guy with the doo rag in the cell with Valentine in "Trading Places." The "McDowells" was a Wendy's on Queens Boulevard in Elmhurst, Queens. Sadly it was torn down more than ten years ago and made into a apartment building.
Rick Baker was the makeup artist who transformed Murphy and Hall into so many characters. The makeup that made Eddie Murphy into Saul the Jewish barbershop guy is among my top favorite film makeups of all time! (I'm a professional makeup artist myself, though nowhere near that level!) Baker also did the makeup on Michal Jackson's "Thriller" video, among MANY other credits. Baker worked with Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence on a film titled "Life" (1999) that sees both characters age over more than sixty years. A funny and poignant comedy/drama film which I highly recommend!
I knew I could count on Addie to give us the end credit reaction 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾...Nobody knew the old Jewish guy was Eddie Murphy til the end...NOBODY!!! Great reaction as always, cutie, and solid editing. I hope YT is giving you all your coins.
Happy to hear and see you enjoy this film. It’s one of my fav films ever. And it was nominated for two Oscars: Best Costume Design & Best Makeup. It was fun seeing you blown away by the practical effects. They were done so well. Also…”DARYL!!!” is so funny. Seeing you despise him was hilarious. 😅
Tbh Eddie playing the old white guy really threw me too when I found out at the end. The acting is one thing but the prosthetics and makeup are mission impossible level good. Seriously, hats off.
One of the highlights of a reaction on Coming To America. Is not only watching the reaction, when they find out Eddie and Arsenio played so many character. But, the befuddlement on their faces, when they see Eddie played the old Jewish white man in the barbershop. Priceless
Check out the movies Class Act(1992), Boomerang(1992), Weird Science(1985), New Jack City(1991), Harlem Nights(1989), The Nutty Professor(1996), Friday(1995), House Party(1990), and Boyz n the Hood(1991).
Fun fact: 1) You may not have recognized a very young Cuba Gooding, Jr. (Jerry Maguire - 1996) getting his hair cut in the first barbershop scene. 2) The taxi driver that almost hit Akeem is Hailee Steinfelds (Kate Bishop - Hawkeye) uncle Jake Steinfeld. He use to be popular for long running fitness infomercials on TV years ago. 3) Paula Abdul did the choreography for the big wedding intro scene
The actor that played Lisa's father was pretty famous at the time. He had the epic role of TOBY in the movie "Roots"., and played the father Mr Evans in sitcom "Good Times".
This movie is an absolute classic, many memorable lines and scenes. Akeem is actually a really genuine and cool dude and a solid role model for 80s and 90s kids. Don't be a Daryl kids, be Akeem!
Eddie Murphy as the old white guy is still probably the best makeup job I have ever seen in a movie, and it was in 1988. His acting just sold it that much more.
If you like romantic comedy Ill recommend you my favorites ones: While You Were Sleeping (Sandra Bullock, but it is in christmas... a little late), Serendipity (John Cusack and Kate Bekinsale), Pretty Woman (who dont like Pretty Woman?), My Best Friend Wedding (Julia Roberts, Dermot Mullroney and Cameron Diaz), Splash (Tom Hanks and Daryl Hannah). Im pretty sure you already have seen some of these ones but consider see the ones you have not.
The barbers talking about Mike Tyson remind me of the three guys sitting on the corner in Spike Lee's Do The Right Thing. Frankie Faison who plays the landlord in this film was one of those guys on the corner.
i absolutely love this movie for subverting my expectations on how i was thinking it was going to be strictly comedic until i was taken back with how introspective Eddie Murphy’s character is and how we get an interesting yet also entertaining romance story throughout the movie too lol
@@PhilospherStoned I like this movie because it doesn't try to be funny for funny sake. Like the movie, "Click", there's drama in between subtle hints of comedy. That's what makes this movie brilliant.
@ dude yes! Click does the same thing, i thought it was gonna be strictly just comedy and then it hits me with the emotional stuff at the end and makes me appreciate the movie a lot more!
@@PhilospherStoned if you like those types of movies, you should try Adam Sandler's, Punch Drunk Love (2002)... probably his best emotional role to date if you haven't seen it. Won him an Oscar before he did "Click". *Edit ...Nominated for an Oscar
When King Joffe shows up at McDowell's restaurant, he tells Cleo "not to alert him to my presence, I shall deal with him myself". The same line was said by Darth Vader in reference to his son Luke. Both roles of course, played by the great and legendary James Earl Jones (RIP).
Of all the reactors that have done this movie you have caught more of the multiple characters than any of them and kudos for watching them in proper order.
I actually met the cab driver at a local high school basketball game where I live. He had a sitcom in the 80s and is Hallie Stanfield's uncle. I also met the Super. He's from a neighboring city. Frankie Faison's been in so much stuff.
A fun vehicle for Murphy & Hall (yes they do multiple roles all thanks to the make-up wizardry of Rick Baker - best known for AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON - who would later re-collab on with the NUTTY PROFESSOR franchise). One of John Landis' best films. Fun reaction as always Ads :D PS: See You Next Wednesday is a running gag in most of Landis' films (in WEREWOLF it's the porno Jack & David are seated for)
Is that velvet? And baby, when I say he got his own money I mean he’s got his own money! My 2 fave lines. 1st time noticing that! Jamie Lee Curtis on the billboard reunites another Trading Places alum!
Great reaction Addie i love this movie its hilarious, One of the standout features of this movie is Eddie Murphy’s incredible portrayal of not just one, but four different characters in the film. He plays the main character, Prince Akeem, as well as three other supporting characters, including Clarence the barber. This showcased Murphy’s versatility and comedic talent. There are some fun-facts about it, Landis and Murphy revisited two central characters from their earlier collaboration. Wealthy brothers Randolph and Mortimer Duke lost everything betting against Billy Ray Valentine (Murphy) in Trading Places. Actors Ralph Bellamy and Don Ameche reprised their roles as the brothers in penury on the receiving end of Prince Akeem’s largesse. When they discover the envelope given to them is filled with cash, Randolph proclaims, “Mortimer, we’re back!” James Earl Jones and Madge Sinclair got their 'Lion King' roles from the movie. James Earl Jones and Madge Sinclair turned in suitably regal performances as Zamunda’s King Jaffe Joffer and Queen Aoleon. So impressed were audiences and Hollywood executives, Jones and Sinclair would be asked to reunite for the 1994 animated blockbuster The Lion King in the roles of Mufasa, king of Pride Rock, and his mate, Sarabi. McDowell’s restaurant was actually a Wendy’s, not a McDonald’s, the actual restaurant used in the movie was a working, Queens Boulevard Wendy’s location. The building remained a restaurant until 2013 when it was demolished to make way for a luxury apartment building. Paula Abdul created the choreography for the Zamunda wedding scene, Both Murphy’s and Hall’s brothers feature briefly in the movie during the basketball game scene in which Prince Akeem is recognized. Hall’s brother Vondie Curtis-Hall plays the keen-eyed vendor and Murphy’s stepbrother, Vernon Lynch, is standing in front of Akeem in the bathroom line. Tobe Hooper, the late horror director behind The Texas Chainsaw Massacre and a dear friend of Landis’s appeared in the McDowells’ party scene. Keep up the good work.
One of my favorite movies YOUR'E QUEEN TO BE!!! When the King shows up at the apartment and Simeon answers the door and screams I have to rewind it a couple of times and lol
Such a Classic! I love the moment near the end at the McDowell house, Lisa's father spends the whole movie only being concerned with money but when the king insults his daughter, he wants nothing to do with his payoff, shows that for whatever flaws he's a good man... but i would've taken that million tho lol
LOL!!!!! Your reaction at the end to finding out that the older white Jewish guy at the barbershop was actually Eddie Murphy was priceless. "WHAAAAT!!?!?!?!?"
'Darryl' went on to play Dr. Benton on "ER" for eight years. I hear he is an Exec. Producer on "Chicago PD" today. Jay Leno once had him on The Tonight Show in the 90's and he was a bit embarrassed by a photo of him with the Jheri-curls!
It's a wonderful movie and in here it also really shows what a great actor James Earl Jones is. He has this kind of regal arrogance in his movements, he plays the role of King so well. If you want to see James Earl Jones as a villain you should watch Conan the Barbarian sometimes if you haven't, he is really great in it.
I know Eddie playing the old white man got you, but it got everyone. He went out in public in that disguise and nobody knew it was him, and he was at the height of his fame at the time.
Addie, this is the second time that I am making this movie reaction recommendation. After witnessing your Christopher Reeve crush from Superman, you need to react to Somewhere in Time. Christopher stars in the lead role as Richard Collier, a playwright and a time traveler. I am sure you will enjoy Somewhere in Time. The chemistry between Christopher and Jane Seymour, the female lead, is wonderful. The bulk of the movie takes place on Michigan's Mackinac Island, making the movie even more special.
I went to Marine Boot Camp on Parris Island in 1989.Believe it or not, they showed us this movie. They saw that we needed a little bit of a break, hence this movie. Most evenings, they rolled out a TV and put it on CNN Headline News, so we could see what was going on in the real world (We were all in love with Lynne Russell). So yeah, that's my comment on this movie.
Luke Skywalker, Prince Akeem, and Simba all have the same father…quite the family tree 😉
technically just the voice of simba and luke's father..
We miss you, James Earl.
Madge Sinclair (the queen) also voiced Simba's mother
@vudujl83 Also Conan to barbarian
by adoption.
You left out Conan, "For who now is your father if it is not me?" Thulsa Doom
Before Wakanda, there was Zamunda.
James Earl Jones, Madge Sinclair, and John Amos, RIP. Funny enough, 6 years after this film, Jones and Sinclair played another royal couple: King Mufasa and Queen Sarabi in The Lion King.
"MY SON WORKS?!" - According to James Earl Jones, that was his favorite line amongst his great career.
Wakanda has Zamunda beat by 22 years, but it's true most people didn't know about it until the MCU.
@ or that the MCU introduced Wakanda to a wider audience and made it a cultural phenomenon. I was actually introduced to it by the Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes show.
"DARYL!" The way she scolds him throughout the movie.... Hahaha
😂
Of all the villains she's reacted to, in all the many movies she's watched, she really seemed to be the most annoyed ever by Daryl. He actually was the worst.
@@JackBarrugon Checks out.
He gets more than what's coming to him in Logan 😵
RIP James Earl Jones & John Amos 😭😭😭😭.
You forgot Louie Anderson (one of the employees at McDowell's).
@@joshuacampbell7493 you forgot the Lion in the making of this movie.
yes rip =( jamer earl jones😀😭😭😭
And Madge Sinclair. Also, the voice of Sarabi in The Lion King.
The cameos from Randolph and Mortimer from Trading Places 🤣🤣🤣 Glad you reacted to that movie before watching Coming to America.
Two gentlemen, professionals, legends and gracious men!
It's a minor one, but such a good one for those who get it ;)
I never noticed the other subtle nod to "Trading Places",the poster for the fictional poster for a fictional movie called "See You Next Wednesday" starring Jamie Lee Curtis until Addie pointed it out.
Decades after I've first seen this movie and the Soul Glo jingle still cracks me up to no end.
It was my ringtone for years for the same reason... lol
That howling vocal is the best!
@@SurvivorBri Don't miss this clip of a live Nile Rodgers stream with that same singer improving...lol
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4:13 - "This is quite the presentation" - This dance was choreographed by a young former LA Lakers dancer named Paula Abdul.
@@SkullAngel002 Also, the floor was so slippery. They actually sprayed glue on the feet of the dancers so that they have better grip on the floor.
James Earl Jones and John Amos were well established actors before this movie. The large guy that works behind the counter with Murphy and Hall, was comedian Louie Anderson...R.I.P.
His Family Feud was my favorite.
"SEXUAL CHOCOLATE!!" lmao
"That boy good."
"Mm hmm. Good and terrible."
Fun Fact: The King and Queen in this movie also lend their voices to the King and Queen in "The Lion King" Mufasa and Sarabi.
The king is also wearing Mufasa.
😂😂😂@@jkhoover
Is it really a fun fact when it's common knowledge?
@@jkhoover😂
It's just a fact... Stop looking for attention
"GOOD MORNING MY NEIGHBORS!"
"HEY F*** YOU!"
"YES! YES! F*** YOU TOO!"
Now THAT'S the funniest part of the movie.
Nah, it's this.
"F*** you, F*** you and F*** you! Who's next?"
@MegaForrestgump Maybe it's both.
I have used that as a ringtone.
I was always partial to: "What is that, velvet? That's BEAUTIFUL!"
I always loved “Mr. McDowell there are some men here to see you.”
“They’re not from McDonald’s are they?”
"See You Next Wednesday" is a fake movie poster that appears in almost every John Landis film, including Trading Places.
The cabbie in the beginning is Jake Steinfeld, uncle to actress Hailee Steinfeld (Hawkeye, True Grit),
"Not the dog... I don't even know this dog and I'm so sad!"
That joke walks a fine line, but the delivery of "Damn shame what they did to that dog..." and the tape outlines really make it work 😅
Comedies in the 80s and early 90s really nailed the timing, IMO. For some reason, it's become a lost art.
That scene always sets me wheezing man. The body outline fo the dog, the cane being there too, the legitimate sadness in the landlord's voice when he was just berating the dude that fell down the stairs, it's all crafted so perfectly.
@NovusIgnis The cane ties the whole joke together 🤣🤣🤣
🎶 She's your queeeeeeen to beeeeeee 🎶
Free from infection
To be used at your discretion.. 🎶
and his face at the end 😆
Eddie also played multiple characters in The Nutty Professor films as his character’s whole family and a character based on the late Richard Simmons. All of the makeup for Eddie & Arsenio’s multiple characters was done by Rick Baker who I believe won an Oscar for this film. He was also the makeup designer for The Nutty Professor films.
one of the greatest comedies ever.
This movie captures the 80's life in New York so well.
I've never been there and it still feels like home.
The irony of 'Mufasa' wearing a lion's head fur over his coat is priceless! (gawd I hope it wasn't Simba, lol).
and Sarabi standing next to him
His brother would make an excellent throw rug, but that was alas used by Hercules.
You hated Daryl, but the Actor who plays him Eriq La Salle, played the Father with the wife and son, Will Munson, with the horses in Logan (2017). 😂😂
He'll always be Dr. Benton to me.
@jeffk.9075 Watching ER and then seeing this movie again was a surprise. SO MUCH HAIR.
@@snukastyle Soul Glo makes a difference. 🤣🤷♂️
@@aTofuJunkie Just let your SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOUUUUUUUUUUUL GLOOOOOOOOOOOOWWWWW
Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall both had multiple roles in this film, so yes, that was Arsenio sitting beside Akeem, hitting on both him and Simi.
The third barber in this is the guy with the doo rag in the cell with Valentine in "Trading Places." The "McDowells" was a Wendy's on Queens Boulevard in Elmhurst, Queens. Sadly it was torn down more than ten years ago and made into a apartment building.
Rick Baker was the makeup artist who transformed Murphy and Hall into so many characters. The makeup that made Eddie Murphy into Saul the Jewish barbershop guy is among my top favorite film makeups of all time! (I'm a professional makeup artist myself, though nowhere near that level!)
Baker also did the makeup on Michal Jackson's "Thriller" video, among MANY other credits.
Baker worked with Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence on a film titled "Life" (1999) that sees both characters age over more than sixty years. A funny and poignant comedy/drama film which I highly recommend!
You might remember him from the "what's going down" episode of "that's my mama"
, Mr. *RANDY WATSON*
I knew I could count on Addie to give us the end credit reaction 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾...Nobody knew the old Jewish guy was Eddie Murphy til the end...NOBODY!!! Great reaction as always, cutie, and solid editing. I hope YT is giving you all your coins.
ah ha!
@vkdeen7570 😂
I'm convinced that Samuel L. Jackson's character is a young Julius.
(That would explain Jules' hair 😂)
The Soul Glo?
Cuz you gotta "Just let your Soul Glo!"
As a pea deal, he joined the military and became a spy. Lost an eye in the process.
4:29 i had the song Queen to Bee as my ring tone for like 10yrs.
Always a pleasure to see you smile red queen👩🦰 ❤️ from the uk
8:11 I get the same reception every morning with my neighbors ! 😂
I love all the cuts to the dog watching everything at the house.
It makes my day when I see Addie has a new video up AND it's a movie I like! Love ya, Addie!
Have to remember these are *1988* numbers when they're talking about money. Like the *$500,000* earrings would be *$1,300,000* today in *2025*
The number of different roles that Arsenio and Eddie play in this movie still leaves me snorting. How they managed the entire barbershop crew is nuts.
For me as a German this was one of the first "foreign movies" I ever watched. The older I get the more I appreciate it.
Same . As a kid in my room with food
The taxi driver from the airport is Jake Steinfeld, Hailee Steinfeld's uncle; aka Body by Jake fitness coach.
John Amos' trip up his steps (which was accidental but kept in the movie since it fit the tone of the moment) always cracks me up.
And who didn't love the Trading Places callback?
Well, I watched this movie at least 50 times, as a kid, before I learned who they were. Not really a big deal to me.
It's a fun "Murphyverse" connection.
One of my favorites of all times, love it
Happy to hear and see you enjoy this film. It’s one of my fav films ever. And it was nominated for two Oscars: Best Costume Design & Best Makeup. It was fun seeing you blown away by the practical effects. They were done so well. Also…”DARYL!!!” is so funny. Seeing you despise him was hilarious. 😅
I like to think that Randolph and Mortimer learned their lesson, and will spend their newfound money wisely.
Tbh Eddie playing the old white guy really threw me too when I found out at the end. The acting is one thing but the prosthetics and makeup are mission impossible level good. Seriously, hats off.
One of the highlights of a reaction on Coming To America. Is not only watching the reaction, when they find out Eddie and Arsenio played so many character. But, the befuddlement on their faces, when they see Eddie played the old Jewish white man in the barbershop. Priceless
Check out the movies Class Act(1992), Boomerang(1992), Weird Science(1985), New Jack City(1991), Harlem Nights(1989), The Nutty Professor(1996), Friday(1995), House Party(1990), and Boyz n the Hood(1991).
JUST LET YA SOOOOUUUUL GLOWWW BABY!
This has been my favourite film since childhood, absolutely love it and great reaction 😄
Addie that finds these references in these 80's movies 👍🤜🤟
Treat yourself to a clip of the dad from a show called "Good Times". The dad on that show is the guy that owns the McDowell's restaurant.
Fun fact:
1) You may not have recognized a very young Cuba Gooding, Jr. (Jerry Maguire - 1996) getting his hair cut in the first barbershop scene.
2) The taxi driver that almost hit Akeem is Hailee Steinfelds (Kate Bishop - Hawkeye) uncle Jake Steinfeld. He use to be popular for long running fitness infomercials on TV years ago.
3) Paula Abdul did the choreography for the big wedding intro scene
Nothing fun about that.
if you want more, there IS a sequel that came out in 2021:
"Coming 2 America" in which almost everyone reprises their roles.
it's also pretty good.
Both my girlfriend and I enjoyed the sequel as well.
I never understood the hate, I enjoyed it
@@jasonthompson1604 I thought it was an okay movie...they tried too hard to make it funny, but the 1st one was subtlety funny without trying to be.
@@jasonthompson1604 The hate is real because it was terrible.
@@gandr.e.5136 same goes with the new Beverly Hills Cop.
The actor that played Lisa's father was pretty famous at the time. He had the epic role of TOBY in the movie "Roots"., and played the father Mr Evans in sitcom "Good Times".
Yes, they both play multiple roles. In fact, every person in the Barber shop is either Eddie or Arsinio.
One of the barbers is played by Clint Smith.
except for the kid, who is Cuba Gooding, Jr. - but I think Addie cut that scene.
Not true at all.
Close but Clint Smith and Cuba Gooding Jr. also played characters in the barber shop.
Clint Smith was part of Eddie's crew.
This movie is an absolute classic, many memorable lines and scenes. Akeem is actually a really genuine and cool dude and a solid role model for 80s and 90s kids.
Don't be a Daryl kids, be Akeem!
When you think of role models - think of Akeem.
AND DARYL IS THE WORST!!!😂😂😂
Vampire in Brooklyn can also go on your list if you're enjoying Eddie Murphy's chameleon shenanigans :)
Eddie Murphy as the old white guy is still probably the best makeup job I have ever seen in a movie, and it was in 1988. His acting just sold it that much more.
Addie, great reaction video, your soul was glowing.
If you like romantic comedy Ill recommend you my favorites ones: While You Were Sleeping (Sandra Bullock, but it is in christmas... a little late), Serendipity (John Cusack and Kate Bekinsale), Pretty Woman (who dont like Pretty Woman?), My Best Friend Wedding (Julia Roberts, Dermot Mullroney and Cameron Diaz), Splash (Tom Hanks and Daryl Hannah). Im pretty sure you already have seen some of these ones but consider see the ones you have not.
The barbers talking about Mike Tyson remind me of the three guys sitting on the corner in Spike Lee's Do The Right Thing.
Frankie Faison who plays the landlord in this film was one of those guys on the corner.
27:14 I like how even the dog breaks the fourth wall in this movie.
One of my all time favorite movies!
After watching this movie I've switched from showers to baths. Much more therapeutic. 😄
Very entertaining reaction, Addie. Always a fan of your enthusiasm. 😆
That Trading Places cameo got a huge response when I saw a sneak preview of this back in the day.
Addie, watch Eddie Murphy again in 48 Hours 1&2. It's totally worth it 👌.
This is all your fault
That soup joke absolutely slays. It's funny every time.
i absolutely love this movie for subverting my expectations on how i was thinking it was going to be strictly comedic until i was taken back with how introspective Eddie Murphy’s character is and how we get an interesting yet also entertaining romance story throughout the movie too lol
@@PhilospherStoned I like this movie because it doesn't try to be funny for funny sake. Like the movie, "Click", there's drama in between subtle hints of comedy. That's what makes this movie brilliant.
@ dude yes! Click does the same thing, i thought it was gonna be strictly just comedy and then it hits me with the emotional stuff at the end and makes me appreciate the movie a lot more!
@@PhilospherStoned if you like those types of movies, you should try Adam Sandler's, Punch Drunk Love (2002)... probably his best emotional role to date if you haven't seen it. Won him an Oscar before he did "Click".
*Edit ...Nominated for an Oscar
Eddie has played multiple roles so many times but playing the white jewish guy in the barber shop is peak.
What would be so awesome is to get shirts saying “ Daryl is the Worse” 😂 luv this reaction
I forgot how impressive James Earl Jones was in this.
So happy we got a sequel to this. Please check it out. It's like watching a family reunion. The last performance of the late great James Earl Jones
*onscreen performance ... his last performances were being the voice of Darth Vader in the Obi-Wan Kenobi series on Disney+
@johnberg9497 thanks for clarifying
@@johnberg9497 James Earl Jones' Voice was AI Generated through computer program, RESPEECHER, in Obi Wan Kenobi.
It's not his voice. 🤷♂️
@@johnberg9497 The sequel is his last role.
Reactions to this movie are so hit or miss I generally just pass when one when gets recommended, but glad I watched yours. Kudos Addie.
When King Joffe shows up at McDowell's restaurant, he tells Cleo "not to alert him to my presence, I shall deal with him myself".
The same line was said by Darth Vader in reference to his son Luke. Both roles of course, played by the great and legendary James Earl Jones (RIP).
Of all the reactors that have done this movie you have caught more of the multiple characters than any of them and kudos for watching them in proper order.
The barbers low key steal the show in this movie.
They remind me of the three guys sitting on the corner in Spike Lee's Do The Right Thing.
@@thomasgriffiths6758or the two old guys in the balcony on the muppets
IMO, "Trading Places" and "Coming To America" are the two best Eddie Murphy movies. They're fun, and they have good messages.
I actually met the cab driver at a local high school basketball game where I live. He had a sitcom in the 80s and is Hallie Stanfield's uncle.
I also met the Super. He's from a neighboring city. Frankie Faison's been in so much stuff.
A fun vehicle for Murphy & Hall (yes they do multiple roles all thanks to the make-up wizardry of Rick Baker - best known for AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON - who would later re-collab on with the NUTTY PROFESSOR franchise). One of John Landis' best films. Fun reaction as always Ads :D PS: See You Next Wednesday is a running gag in most of Landis' films (in WEREWOLF it's the porno Jack & David are seated for)
Is that velvet? And baby, when I say he got his own money I mean he’s got his own money! My 2 fave lines. 1st time noticing that! Jamie Lee Curtis on the billboard reunites another Trading Places alum!
Great reaction Addie i love this movie its hilarious, One of the standout features of this movie is Eddie Murphy’s incredible portrayal of not just one, but four different characters in the film. He plays the main character, Prince Akeem, as well as three other supporting characters, including Clarence the barber. This showcased Murphy’s versatility and comedic talent.
There are some fun-facts about it, Landis and Murphy revisited two central characters from their earlier collaboration. Wealthy brothers Randolph and Mortimer Duke lost everything betting against Billy Ray Valentine (Murphy) in Trading Places. Actors Ralph Bellamy and Don Ameche reprised their roles as the brothers in penury on the receiving end of Prince Akeem’s largesse. When they discover the envelope given to them is filled with cash, Randolph proclaims, “Mortimer, we’re back!”
James Earl Jones and Madge Sinclair got their 'Lion King' roles from the movie. James Earl Jones and Madge Sinclair turned in suitably regal performances as Zamunda’s King Jaffe Joffer and Queen Aoleon. So impressed were audiences and Hollywood executives, Jones and Sinclair would be asked to reunite for the 1994 animated blockbuster The Lion King in the roles of Mufasa, king of Pride Rock, and his mate, Sarabi.
McDowell’s restaurant was actually a Wendy’s, not a McDonald’s, the actual restaurant used in the movie was a working, Queens Boulevard Wendy’s location. The building remained a restaurant until 2013 when it was demolished to make way for a luxury apartment building.
Paula Abdul created the choreography for the Zamunda wedding scene, Both Murphy’s and Hall’s brothers feature briefly in the movie during the basketball game scene in which Prince Akeem is recognized. Hall’s brother Vondie Curtis-Hall plays the keen-eyed vendor and Murphy’s stepbrother, Vernon Lynch, is standing in front of Akeem in the bathroom line.
Tobe Hooper, the late horror director behind The Texas Chainsaw Massacre and a dear friend of Landis’s appeared in the McDowells’ party scene. Keep up the good work.
One of my favorite movies
YOUR'E QUEEN TO BE!!!
When the King shows up at the apartment and Simeon answers the door and screams
I have to rewind it a couple of times and lol
*YOUR (possessive, means "belonging to you")
@@glennjpanting2081 Nah I just think that scene & song is hilarious
Happy New Year Addie🎉🎉
Please watch "Harry and the Hendersons" (1987). It's one of my favorite childhood movies.
The actor who plays Harry, the late Kevin Peter Hall, is also the ‘Predator’.
"Taste the soup!"
"Where's the spoon?"
"Aha. Aha."😂
Such a Classic! I love the moment near the end at the McDowell house, Lisa's father spends the whole movie only being concerned with money but when the king insults his daughter, he wants nothing to do with his payoff, shows that for whatever flaws he's a good man... but i would've taken that million tho lol
Best Coming to america reaction yet!!! And there has been stiff competition.
One of Samuel L. Jackson’s first roles.
LOL!!!!!
Your reaction at the end to finding out that the older white Jewish guy at the barbershop was actually Eddie Murphy was priceless.
"WHAAAAT!!?!?!?!?"
Thanks for sharing. I haven't seen this since it was new.
What a lovely sweater
'Darryl' went on to play Dr. Benton on "ER" for eight years. I hear he is an Exec. Producer on "Chicago PD" today. Jay Leno once had him on The Tonight Show in the 90's and he was a bit embarrassed by a photo of him with the Jheri-curls!
@@DrJekyll38 he's also Will Munson, the father in Logan (2017).
🤔So, basically, you’re saying that Darryl is “The worst!”, is that correct? 😆😂🤣
Great reaction, keep up the great work.🖖🏻
It's a wonderful movie and in here it also really shows what a great actor James Earl Jones is. He has this kind of regal arrogance in his movements, he plays the role of King so well.
If you want to see James Earl Jones as a villain you should watch Conan the Barbarian sometimes if you haven't, he is really great in it.
I know Eddie playing the old white man got you, but it got everyone. He went out in public in that disguise and nobody knew it was him, and he was at the height of his fame at the time.
I love watching coming to America reactions because my name's Darryl, so all the reactors just trash my name haha
21:02
Best cameo ever!!
This is usually regarded as Samuel L. Jackson's major film debut.
Addie, this is the second time that I am making this movie reaction recommendation. After witnessing your Christopher Reeve crush from Superman, you need to react to Somewhere in Time. Christopher stars in the lead role as Richard Collier, a playwright and a time traveler. I am sure you will enjoy Somewhere in Time. The chemistry between Christopher and Jane Seymour, the female lead, is wonderful. The bulk of the movie takes place on Michigan's Mackinac Island, making the movie even more special.
My brother worked at that hotel in the late 90s
The actors of his mum and dad went on to play the Mum and Dad lions in lion King!
I went to Marine Boot Camp on Parris Island in 1989.Believe it or not, they showed us this movie. They saw that we needed a little bit of a break, hence this movie. Most evenings, they rolled out a TV and put it on CNN Headline News, so we could see what was going on in the real world (We were all in love with Lynne Russell). So yeah, that's my comment on this movie.
The McDowell's restaurant was actually a Wendy's for many years, right by the Queens Center Mall.