Eddie Murphy revealed some of his confusion while filming his latest projects, Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F and The Pickup. Speaking at The Pickup premiere in Los Angeles, he shared moments during fight scenes where younger actors teased him about his age, which caught him by surprise.
When I had fight scenes, during the fight scene, the actors, they were improvising and they were two young guys and both of them said, ‘Come on, old man!’ I almost said cut. I was like, ‘Who are they talking to?’
Murphy said.
It’s like I’m the old guy in the fight scene.
At 64 years old, Murphy admitted that he is uncertain about how aging is supposed to feel and joked about his stiffness.
It’s strange. It caught me off guard. There was another scene and he was like, ‘You a crazy old man!’ I was like, ‘Hey!’
I feel like me still – just a little stiffer.
Plot and Dynamic of The Pickup Featuring Murphy and Davidson
In the new action film The Pickup, Eddie Murphy stars alongside Pete Davidson as armored car guards and drivers who become involved in a $60 million heist planned by Keke Palmer at an Atlantic City casino. Their performances bring significant energy to the tense storyline.
Connection and Chemistry Between Eddie Murphy and Pete Davidson
Murphy praised working with Pete Davidson, highlighting his quick wit and strong acting skills.
I like working with Pete Davidson,
Murphy shared.
I love his energy. He’s really funny and quick, smart, a good actor. I loved it.
They discovered several personal similarities that deepened their bond during filming.
We have a lot in common,
Murphy said.
Both lost our dads when we were eight, both ‘Saturday Night Live’ alumni, both stand-up comics.
Davidson opened up about feeling awed to work alongside Murphy, who he considers an idol.
I had some imposter syndrome because I was like, ‘This is my idol.’…I feel unbelievably grateful and stoked and blessed to be in this.
—Pete Davidson
Murphy’s Upcoming Projects and Reflections on Shrek’s Longevity
Looking ahead, Murphy will return as the voice of Donkey in Shrek 5 and begin filming a Donkey spin-off later this year. He expressed his belief that the Shrek franchise will continue to thrive despite previous claims that the last installment would be final.
Even after they said the last one was the final one, I’m like, ‘No way is this the final one. They’ll wait a few years and it will definitely come back.’ I think they’ll make ‘Shreks’ forever because they work. People love them.
—Eddie Murphy
With Murphy’s enduring presence and the fresh collaboration with Pete Davidson in The Pickup, audiences can look forward to dynamic performances propelled by their shared history and chemistry on screen.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Does Pete Davidson have a syndrome?
A. When Davidson was 23, doctors found he had PTSD and borderline personality disorder. This condition involves strong emotions, impulsiveness, and challenges in keeping stable relationships. He mentioned to host Marc Maron on the “WTF” podcast in September 2017, “This has been the worst year of my life.”
Q. What addiction does Pete Davidson have?
A. Diagnosis for Pete Davidson: He has borderline personality disorder and struggles with marijuana misuse.
Q. What is Pete Davidson allergic to?
A. Pete Davidson has a strong allergy to dogs. 🐶
Q. What was Pete Davidson’s addiction?
A. I stopped using drugs and now feel happy and sober for the first time in eight years. Davidson openly talked about using marijuana, but not everyone knew he abused other substances too. He struggled with a daily ketamine addiction for four years.
