Coming 2 America
Coming 2 America

Coming 2 America

2021Movie108 minEnglish

Prince Akeem Joffer is set to become King of Zamunda when he discovers he has a son he never knew about in America – a street savvy Queens native named Lavelle. Honoring his royal father's dying wish to groom this son as the crown prince, Akeem and Semmi set off to America once again.

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IMDb5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes47%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users82%
Director: Craig BrewerGenres: Comedy, Romance, Family

Plot Summary

Akeem, now set to become king of Zamunda, discovers he has a son he never knew in America. He travels back to the United States with his trusted friend Semmi to meet the unlikely heir, Lavelle, and groom him to be the prince and heir to the throne.

Critical Reception

While the film reunited beloved characters and offered moments of nostalgia, 'Coming 2 America' was widely criticized for its predictable plot, excessive product placement, and a perceived lack of the original's charm and originality. Despite a strong cast, many reviewers felt the sequel failed to live up to the legacy of its predecessor, though some audiences found it to be a generally amusing if forgettable comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall's returning chemistry and some nostalgic callbacks.
  • Criticized for a thin plot and relying too heavily on callbacks rather than fresh comedic material.
  • Noted for its vibrant production design and costumes, but often overshadowed by a lack of narrative substance.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally found the film to be a fun and entertaining watch, appreciating the return of familiar characters and the humor. However, many expressed that it didn't quite capture the magic of the original and felt it was somewhat predictable.

Fun Fact

The film features a cameo from Michael Blackson, who was also a writer for the movie. He plays a character named 'Taxi Driver'.

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Before it even begins, Coming 2 America already has five strikes. It integrates a number in its misleading title (most of the action takes place in Zamunda), it arrives three decades after the original, the plot revolves around a son that t...
Wuchak

Wuchak

_**Fun reunion, but pales in comparison to the first movie**_ Three decades after the original film, Akeem (Eddie Murphy) discovers that he needs to go back to America with Semmi (Arsenio Hall). The principal cast members return with som...