Eddie Murphy's Hollywood Reign: The Pickup, Pete Davidson, and Perseverance
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Eddie Murphy's Hollywood Reign: The Pickup, Pete Davidson, and Perseverance
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Eddie Murphy is back in the zeitgeist this week thanks to the release of his latest film The Pickup now streaming on Amazon Prime. Just days after its premiere, Amazon MGM Studios has declared it the number one film on the Prime platform, overtaking notable competitors and drawing in major streaming viewership. The Pickup, which co-stars Pete Davidson, has critics split with a harsh 28 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes though audiences are a bit more forgiving at 40 percent. While the reviews have been notably critical—audiences and critics alike calling it algorithmic filler and even joking the script feels AI generated—Murphy’s ability to pull attention to his projects remains unmatched, confirming his status as Hollywood royalty according to T3.
Murphy’s chemistry with Pete Davidson on set has become a talking point too. Davidson credits Murphy’s example for inspiring him to radically shrink his social circle, noting how Murphy has kept a tight and loyal inner circle throughout decades in show business. Davidson shared on Late Night with Seth Meyers and in interviews with People that Murphy’s approach to friends and entourage is a blueprint for career longevity in Hollywood. Touchingly, both men bonded quickly on set, sharing laughter and mutual admiration, with Davidson admitting he was starstruck initially and left the project with a new outlook on friendship and trust, as reported by Entertainment Now and NZCity News.
On the publicity circuit, Murphy continues to make waves. In an August 2025 interview on 360 With Speedy, picked up by Parade and Entertainment Weekly, the comedian defended his controversial 2007 film Norbit, saying he still has a fondness for the movie co-written with his late brother Charlie Murphy. He dismissed past criticism and Razzie awards, saying Norbit still makes him laugh and calling out harsher critics for being overly negative while contrasting this with how his more serious roles, like his Oscar-nominated turn in Dreamgirls, drew more critical respect.
Social media has been buzzing with reactions to The Pickup. Instagram posts from cinemapointer call Eddie Murphy “crazy for this,” describing the movie as “all vibes and funny as hell,” while The Jasmine Brand and Complex feature Murphy reflecting on his career, movies, and famous sketches. Despite mixed reviews, his star power ensures his every move is closely watched and dissected.
Amid all this renewed visibility, The Tradable reports that Murphy’s estimated net worth stands at a staggering 200 million dollars, a testament to his perseverance from stand-up beginnings to the top echelons of Hollywood. All told, the last few days have cemented both Murphy’s continued business clout and his legendary comedic persona, even as critics and audiences bicker over his latest cinematic endeavor.
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