Eddie Murphy Raw
“Shock has its value.”
Synopsis
Eddie Murphy delights, shocks and entertains with dead-on celebrity impersonations, observations on '80s love, sex and marriage, a remembrance of Mom's hamburgers and much more.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Eddie Murphy Raw - TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-05-28
Top Cast
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Eddie Murphy
Self
Tatyana Ali
Singing Child
Billie Allen
Eddie's Aunt
Samuel L. Jackson
Eddie's Uncle
Deon Richmond
Little Eddie
Barbara Harris
Thanksgiving Guest
J. D. Hall
Thanksgiving Guest
James Brown III
Thanksgiving Guest
Tiger Haynes
Card Player #3
Eyde Byrde
Mrs. Butts
Birdie M. Hale
Aunt Rose
Clebert Ford
Uncle Lester
Leonard Jackson
Uncle Gus
Jody Jones
Eddie's Cousin
Michelle Davison
Thanksgiving Guest
Geri Gibson
Card Player #2
Davenia McFadden
Eddie's Aunt
Gwen McGee
Eddie's Mother
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 25, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$50.5M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Townsend
- Screenplay & Story
- Eddie Murphy, Keenen Ivory Wayans
- Original Title
- Eddie Murphy Raw
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Worldwide Gross
- $50.5M
- Production Studios
- Eddie Murphy Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Townsend
Eddie Murphy, Keenen Ivory Wayans
Ernest R. Dickerson
Lisa Day
Robert D. Wachs, Eddie Murphy, Keenen Ivory Wayans, Richard Tienken
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Townsend
Director
Lisa Day
Editor
Robert D. Wachs
Producer
Keenen Ivory Wayans
Producer
Wynn Thomas
Production Design
Ernest R. Dickerson
Director of Photography
Eddie Murphy
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Eddie Murphy Raw
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Eddie Murphy Raw about?
Eddie Murphy delights, shocks and entertains with dead-on celebrity impersonations, observations on '80s love, sex and marriage, a remembrance of Mom's hamburgers and much more.
Who directed Eddie Murphy Raw?
Eddie Murphy Raw was directed by Robert Townsend.
Who stars in Eddie Murphy Raw?
The principal cast of Eddie Murphy Raw includes Eddie Murphy, Tatyana Ali, Billie Allen, Samuel L. Jackson, Deon Richmond.
When was Eddie Murphy Raw released and how long is it?
Eddie Murphy Raw was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
How much did Eddie Murphy Raw make at the box office?
Eddie Murphy Raw grossed $50.5M in worldwide ticket sales.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Eddie Murphy Raw?
Eddie Murphy Raw holds official age classifications: AU: R 18+; US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).