Eddie Murphy‘s new movie bridges two generations of comedy with a Saturday Night Live team-up that the show has never done before. Widely considered one of the greatest comedians of all time, Murphy rose to fame on Saturday Night Live before becoming a movie star during the 1980s, starring in 48 Hrs., Trading Places, Beverly Hills Cop, The Golden Child, Coming to America, and Harlem Nights. His success continued into the 1990s, starring in Boomerang, The Nutty Professor, Dr. Dolittle, Bowfinger, and Daddy Day Care.

Murphy’s career experienced a decline during the early 2000s, starring in a series of poorly received movies such as The Adventures of Pluto Nash, I Spy, Showtime, Meet Dave, and Imagine That. However, Murphy made a comeback in 2019 with Dolemite Is My Name, which earned him a Golden Globe nomination and some of his best reviews in years. His resurgence has continued with Coming 2 America, You People, Candy Cane Lane, and Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F in recent years. Now, Murphy has another new movie coming out.

Eddie Murphy & Pete Davidson Star In Prime Video’s The Pickup

The New Trailer Reveals They’ll Be A Dynamic Duo In The Buddy Action Flick

Eddie Murphy and Pete Davidson star in Prime Video’s The Pickup, and the new trailer reveals they will be a dynamic duo in the buddy action flick. Directed by Tim Story, best known for Barbershop and Ride Along, the upcoming heist comedy follows a simple cash pickup that spirals into a ᴅᴇᴀᴅly chase when two mismatched armored truck drivers are attacked by ruthless criminals with motives far more dangerous than just money. The cast also includes Keke Palmer, Eva Longoria, Jack Kesy, Marshawn Lynch, Roman Reigns, Andrew Dice Clay, and Ismael Cruz Córdova.

Prime Video has released the first official trailer for The Pickup, highlighting the dynamic between Murphy and Davidson’s characters. A simple cash collection spirals out of control when two mismatched armored truck drivers, Russell (Murphy) and Travis (Davidson), find themselves targeted by a crew of ruthless criminals led by the sharp and cunning Zoe (Keke Palmer), whose ambitions extend far beyond money. As the situation unravels, the reluctant partners must survive escalating threats, constant bickering, and a day that just won’t stop going downhill.

Murphy & Davidson Come From Different Eras Of SNL

And They’ve Never Worked Together Before

Eddie Murphy and Pete Davidson come from two very different eras of Saturday Night Live. Murphy was a regular cast member from 1980 to 1984 and is often credited with saving the show during a rough period. He became famous for unforgettable characters like Buckwheat, Gumby, and Mr. Robinson. Meanwhile, Davidson is one of SNL‘s newer breakout stars, as he was a regular cast member from 2014 to 2022.

Despite their shared connection to SNL, Murphy and Davidson have never worked together before, making The Pickup an exciting first collaboration. Seeing these two comedic figures share the screen opens the door to a fun mix of styles, blending Murphy’s sharp, fast-talking wit with Davidson’s laid-back, self-deprecating humor. Their mismatched dynamic promises plenty of fun moments and unexpected jokes, creating a fresh comedic pairing audiences haven’t seen before.

The Pickup Feels Like A Classic Buddy Comedy, And That Makes It Exciting

This Could Be A Hit For Prime Video

The Pickup feels like a throwback to the classic buddy comedies of the ’80s and ’90s, a formula that’s been strangely absent from modern Hollywood. With so few R-rated buddy comedies being made recently, The Pickup has a chance to stand out by embracing the kind of edgy humor that made Murphy’s movies like 48 Hrs. and Beverly Hills Cop so iconic. Pairing Murphy’s sharp comedic timing with Davidson’s modern sensibilities creates an exciting blend of old-school energy and new-school irreverence.

In today’s comedic landscape, audiences are hungry for something fresh yet familiar, and The Pickup could hit that sweet spot. With streaming platforms like Prime Video investing more in original movies, this kind of star-driven, R-rated action comedy feels like a welcome throwback. It’s especially gratifying to see Murphy back in his element, riffing with a mismatched co-star that recalls the peak of his early career. If The Pickup delivers on its promise, it could easily become Prime Video’s next big hit.