Eddie Murphy has certainly been busy over the past several years, seemingly landing movie roles left and right. He last graced screens via the big-screen worthy Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, and Murphy’s follow-up promises to provide more thrills and laughs. The veteran actor is headlining The Pickup, a new action comedy that’ll be available for Prime Video subscription holders later this summer. Now, the first trailer has arrived and, while it shows off the film’s impressive cast, there’s one particular actor I want to see more of.
What Does The Pickup Trailer Have To Offer?
The trailer for the 2025 movie schedule release quickly establishes Eddie Murphy’s character, Russell, an armored truck driver looking forward to celebrating his 25th wedding anniversary with his wife (played by Eva Longoria). Russell is assigned to oversee a routine cash pickup alongside the younger and less experienced Travis (Pete Davidson). While the shift initially goes normally, it takes a turn when the pair and their truck are intercepted by the shady Zoe (Keke Palmer), who ropes them into her scheme to steal millions of dollars.
Westworld and Lopez vs. Lopez. The projects Lynch has appeared in may vary in quality, but he’s always on his game. I particularly love his performance as the uncouth, but supportive, Mr. G in Bottoms and would argue that he steals almost every scene he’s in.
Given all of that, I’d love to see the Super Bowl winner receive his due in The Pickup. He definitely serves well in a supporting role, but I hope he’s not sidelined too much. Given he doesn’t appear all that much in the trailer, I’m a little worried as to whether that’s an indication of the size of his role. Hopefully, though, director Tim Story utilizes the comedic actor in an effective way.
Eddie Murphy remains front and center, of course and, while I’ve been concerned about Murphy taking on so many buddy comedies, I’m hopeful that his latest film is a delight. If anything, the cast can truly bolster the flick. After all, Pete Davidson’s quirky comedic prowess is usually entertaining, and I’ve been excited to see more from Keke Palmer since One of Them Days hit theaters earlier this year. Let’s just hope that amid all of the craziness, Marshawn Lynch doesn’t take too much of a backseat.
The Pickup will be available to stream on Amazon Prime Video globally on August 6. In the meantime, why not entertain yourself by checking out some of Eddie Murphy’s best movies.