Coming to America

This summer, Prince Akeem discovers America.

⭐ 6.9 /10 4,669 votes

June 29, 1988 1h 57m Released

Comedy Romance

Storyline

An African prince decides it’s time for him to find a princess... and his mission leads him and his most loyal friend to Queens, New York. In disguise as an impoverished immigrant, the pampered prince quickly finds himself a new job, new friends, new digs, new enemies and lots of trouble.

Key Information

                                        Director
                                        John Landis
                                    

                                        Writers
                                        David Sheffield, Barry W. Blaustein
                                    

                                    Studio
                                    Eddie Murphy Productions
                                

                                    Rating
                                    6.9/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

                                    Budget
                                    $30,000,000
                                

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Cast & Crew

Eddie Murphy

Prince Akeem / Clarence / Randy Watson / Saul

Arsenio Hall

Semmi / Extremely Ugly Girl / Morris / Reverend Brown

Shari Headley

Lisa McDowell

John Amos

Cleo McDowell

James Earl Jones

King Jaffe Joffer

Madge Sinclair

Queen Aoleon

Eriq La Salle

Darryl Jenks

Allison Dean

Patrice McDowell

Frankie Faison

Landlord

Louie Anderson

Maurice

Paul Bates

Oha

Samuel L. Jackson

Hold-Up Man

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Coming to America released?

Coming to America was released on June 29, 1988.

How long is Coming to America?

The runtime of Coming to America is 1h 57m.

What genre is Coming to America?

Coming to America is a Comedy, Romance movie.

What is the rating of Coming to America?

Coming to America has a rating of 6.9 out of 10 on TMDB.

Where can I watch Coming to America?

Coming to America is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Who directed Coming to America?

Coming to America was directed by John Landis.

Who stars in Coming to America?

The main cast of Coming to America includes Eddie Murphy, Arsenio Hall, Shari Headley.

What language is Coming to America in?

Coming to America is originally in English.