How well is Beverly Hills Cop 4 with Eddie Murphy received? The critics agree

Fans have had to wait quite a long time for this comeback! Over 30 years after the cinema release of Beverly Hills Cop 3 is an actor Eddie Murphy in one of his most most legendary roles This time, however, Detective Axel Foley will not be seen on the big screen, but on the streaming giant Netflix. From today, part 4 of the series – Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F – from all subscribers exclusively streamed become.

What happens in Beverly Hills Cop 4?

Now that Axel Foley is working as a police officer in Detroit, the detective is drawn to the death of a friend back to Beverly HillsDuring the search for the murderer, Axel F discovers that his Daughter Jane and his ex-boyfriend are in danger.

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Together with new and well-known partners, the detectives of a conspiracy on the trail, which even has something to do with the Beverly Hills Police Department. But how does Part 4 actually resonate with critics?

How good is Beverly Hills Cop 4?

In keeping with the launch on Netflix, Metacritic the first Ratings for Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F arrived. And the are currently rather mixed After 31 reviews, the action comedy is coming 56 out of 100 pointsIn fact, part 4 is actually one of the better films in the series.

While Part 1 from 1984 with 66 points has received the highest value so far, is Beverly Hills Cop 2 with 48 points just behind. part 3 went with lean 16 points on the other hand, completely bathe.

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What do critics say about Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F?

Some Beverly Hills Cop critics' opinions: Axel F We have summarized it for you below:

  • “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F perfectly recaptures the joy of the original two films and is powered by a cheery Eddie Murphy.”Colliders (8/10)
  • “Everyone involved has done a solid job of delivering what most fans want from a very belated sequel. It's not an action film that has the sophistication or ingenuity to take on a current blockbuster franchise. It's pleasantly old-fashioned and simple. It feels like you should open a VHS box to watch it.”Empires (3/5)
  • “If you just want another Beverly Hills Cop, here it is. If you want a great new Beverly Hills Cop, you'll have to keep waiting.”TheWrap (5/10)
  • “While this installment isn't nearly as pathetic as Beverly Hills Cop 3, it doesn't have the charm or energy of the first two films. It's a lame, dreary action comedy with few memorable moments.”The New York Times (4/10)

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Who stars in Beverly Hills Cop 4?

The cast of Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F on Netflix includes returning characters such as Eddie Murphy, Judge Reinhold, John Ashton, Paul Reiser and Bronson Pinchot. Newcomers include Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Kevin Bacon, Taylour Paige and Patricia Belcher. Mark Molloy celebrated his directorial debut with the film.

Source: Metacritic

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