1.
Which talk show host co-starred with Eddie Murphy in "Coming to America"?
Correct Answer
D. Arsenio Hall
Explanation
Arsenio Hall is the correct answer because he co-starred with Eddie Murphy in the film "Coming to America." Arsenio Hall played the role of Semmi, the loyal friend and advisor to Eddie Murphy's character, Prince Akeem. The film was released in 1988 and was a comedy classic, with both Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall delivering memorable performances.
2.
Who starred in the remake of "The Nutty Professor"?
Correct Answer
C. Eddie MurpHy
Explanation
Eddie Murphy starred in the remake of "The Nutty Professor".
3.
Who was not a member of the original cast of "Saturday Night Live" on NBC?
Correct Answer
C. Eddie MurpHy
Explanation
Eddie Murphy was not a member of the original cast of "Saturday Night Live" on NBC. The original cast members included Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi, and Gilda Radner. Eddie Murphy joined the cast in 1980, during the show's fifth season.
4.
Which comedian had a hit with "Party All The Time" in 1986?
Correct Answer
A. Eddie MurpHy
Explanation
In 1986, the comedian Eddie Murphy had a hit with the song "Party All The Time." This song was a surprising success, reaching the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Despite being primarily known for his comedy, Murphy showcased his musical talent with this catchy and upbeat track. The success of "Party All The Time" solidified Murphy's status as a multi-talented entertainer and further expanded his career beyond stand-up comedy and acting.
5.
In which 2002 movie did Eddie Murphy play the character Trey Sellars?
Correct Answer
C. Showtime
Explanation
Eddie Murphy played the character Trey Sellars in the 2002 movie "Showtime".
6.
In which 2001 movie did Eddie Murphy play the character Dr. Dolittle?
Correct Answer
C. Dr. Dolittle 2
Explanation
In the 2001 movie "Dr. Dolittle 2," Eddie Murphy portrayed the character Dr. Dolittle. This film is a sequel to the 1998 movie "Dr. Dolittle," where Murphy also played the same role. In "Dr. Dolittle 2," the story continues with Dr. Dolittle's ability to communicate with animals and his adventures in the animal kingdom.
7.
Eddie Murphy had which hit single in 1986?
Correct Answer
C. Party All The Time
Explanation
In 1986, Eddie Murphy had a hit single called "Party All The Time." This song was popular and successful during that time.
8.
What year did Eddie Murphy have the hit single "Party All The Time" on Columbia?
Correct Answer
A. 1986
Explanation
In 1986, Eddie Murphy released the hit single "Party All The Time" on Columbia. This song was a commercial success and reached the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It showcased Murphy's musical talent and further solidified his status as a multi-talented entertainer, as he was already well-known for his successful career in acting and comedy.
9.
Which of these was a top single the most recent?
Correct Answer
A. "Party All The Time" By Eddie MurpHy
Explanation
"Party All The Time" by Eddie Murphy was the most recent top single among the given options. The other songs mentioned, "Love On A Two Way Street" by Moments, "My Boyfriend's Back" by Angels, and "Cracklin' Rose" by Neil Diamond, were released earlier than Eddie Murphy's song.
10.
The tagline, "Catch him in the act. Uncensored... Uncut... Irrestibily raw.", comes from which 1987 movie?
Correct Answer
B. Eddie MurpHy Raw
Explanation
The tagline, "Catch him in the act. Uncensored... Uncut... Irresistibly raw.", is associated with the 1987 movie "Eddie Murphy Raw". This tagline suggests that the movie provides a raw and uncensored performance by Eddie Murphy, showcasing his comedic talent in an unfiltered and unrestrained manner.
11.
The movie, "Eddie Murphy Raw", was directed by whom?
Correct Answer
B. Robert Townsend
Explanation
The movie "Eddie Murphy Raw" was directed by Robert Townsend.
12.
The movie, "Harlem Nights", was directed by whom?
Correct Answer
A. Eddie MurpHy
Explanation
"Harlem Nights" is a comedy film released in 1989. Eddie Murphy, who is a renowned actor and comedian, not only starred in the movie but also directed it. Therefore, Eddie Murphy is the correct answer for the director of the film "Harlem Nights".
13.
What movie directed by Martin Brest starred Ronny Cox and Eddie Murphy?
Correct Answer
C. Beverly Hills Cop
Explanation
"Beverly Hills Cop" is the correct answer because it is a movie directed by Martin Brest that starred Ronny Cox and Eddie Murphy. The film follows the story of a Detroit detective who goes to Beverly Hills to solve the murder of his best friend. It was a highly successful action-comedy film that launched Eddie Murphy's career as a leading actor.
14.
In what film did Eddie Murphy play Axel Foley?
Correct Answer
B. Beverly Hills Cop III
Explanation
Eddie Murphy played the character Axel Foley in the film "Beverly Hills Cop III". This film is the third installment in the Beverly Hills Cop franchise, where Murphy's character, a Detroit detective, goes to Beverly Hills to solve a crime. The film was released in 1994 and was directed by John Landis.
15.
What movie directed by Eddie Murphy starred Redd Foxx and Danny Aiello?
Correct Answer
D. Harlem Nights
Explanation
Harlem Nights is a movie directed by Eddie Murphy that starred Redd Foxx and Danny Aiello.
16.
What movie directed by Peter Segal starred Eddie Murphy and John Ales?
Correct Answer
C. Nutty Professor II: The Klumps
Explanation
The correct answer is "Nutty Professor II: The Klumps" because this movie was directed by Peter Segal and starred Eddie Murphy and John Ales. The other options mentioned, "The Princess Diaries," "Some Kind Of Wonderful," and "Mercury Rising," do not fit the criteria mentioned in the question.
17.
Who does Eddie Murphy play in the "Beverly Hills Cop" movies?
Correct Answer
D. The Detective From Detroit
Explanation
In the "Beverly Hills Cop" movies, Eddie Murphy plays the character of a detective from Detroit. This is evident from the title of the movies itself, as well as the storyline where his character, Axel Foley, is a Detroit police detective who finds himself working on a case in Beverly Hills.
18.
In the "Shrek" series, what character does Eddie Murphy voice?
Correct Answer
C. Donkey
Explanation
In the "Shrek" series, Eddie Murphy provides the voice for the character Donkey. Donkey is a talkative and humorous sidekick to the main protagonist, Shrek. Eddie Murphy's distinct voice and comedic timing bring the character to life, making Donkey one of the most beloved characters in the franchise.
19.
Who wrote the song "Party All The Time" that became a smash for Eddie Murphy?
Correct Answer
D. Rick James
Explanation
Rick James wrote the song "Party All The Time" that became a smash for Eddie Murphy.
20.
Which novelty group sang the song "(Boys Are) Back In Town" in the Eddie Murphy smash movie "48 Hrs"?
Correct Answer
D. The Bus Boys
Explanation
The Bus Boys sang the song "(Boys Are) Back In Town" in the Eddie Murphy smash movie "48 Hrs".
21.
Which video clip by Ratt was featured in Eddie Murphy's hit film, "The Golden Child"?
Correct Answer
A. Body Talk
Explanation
In the hit film "The Golden Child," the video clip featured by Ratt is "Body Talk."
22.
What movie directed by Thomas Carter starred Eddie Murphy and Michael Rapaport?
Correct Answer
C. Metro
Explanation
The movie directed by Thomas Carter that starred Eddie Murphy and Michael Rapaport is "Metro".
23.
What movie directed by Bzrry Cook &Tony Bancroft starred Donny Osmond and Eddie Murphy?
Correct Answer
D. Mulan
24.
How many roles did Eddie Murphy play in the 1996 film "The Nutty Professor"?
Correct Answer
D. 7
Explanation
In the 1996 film "The Nutty Professor," Eddie Murphy played a total of 7 roles. This means that he portrayed multiple characters throughout the movie, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
25.
Which of these best describes Eddie Murphy?
Correct Answer
A. Comedian And Voice Actor
Explanation
Eddie Murphy is best described as a comedian and voice actor, as he is widely known for his comedic performances in movies and stand-up comedy specials. He has also lent his voice to various animated films, such as "Shrek" and "Mulan." While he has appeared in action movies, he is primarily recognized for his comedic roles. He has never been a Shakespearean legend or a late-night comedy host.
26.
Who produced the Eddie Murphy song "Party All the Time"?
Correct Answer
B. The Guy Who Sang "Super Freak"
Explanation
The correct answer is "The Guy Who Sang 'Super Freak'" because the song "Party All the Time" was produced by Rick James, who is known for his hit song "Super Freak". Eddie Murphy, the comedian and actor, is the one who sang the song, but Rick James was the producer.
27.
Which of the following movies, released in 2006, did Eddie Murphy star in?
Correct Answer
C. Dreamgirls
Explanation
Eddie Murphy starred in the movie "Dreamgirls" released in 2006.
28.
Who stars in "Daddy Daycare" with Eddie Murphy?
Correct Answer
B. Anjelica Huston
29.
For which of these movies was Eddie Murphy paid the highest salary?
Correct Answer
B. Nutty Professor II: The Klumps
Explanation
Eddie Murphy was paid the highest salary for the movie "Nutty Professor II: The Klumps".
30.
The 1992 album "Love's Alright" marked how many music albums released by Eddie Murphy?
Correct Answer
A. Three
Explanation
The correct answer is Three. This means that the 1992 album "Love's Alright" was one of three music albums released by Eddie Murphy.
31.
How many characters did Eddie Murphy play in "Norbit"?
Correct Answer
C. Three
Explanation
In the movie "Norbit," Eddie Murphy played three different characters. This suggests that Eddie Murphy showcased his versatility as an actor by portraying multiple roles in the film.
32.
Who plays "Pope Sweet Jesus" in Eddie Murphy's 2007 movie "Norbit"?
Correct Answer
A. Eddie Griffin
Explanation
Eddie Griffin plays the character "Pope Sweet Jesus" in Eddie Murphy's 2007 movie "Norbit".
33.
Which 2004 Broadway revival co-starred Brenda Blethyn and Edie Falco?
Correct Answer
D. Night Mother
Explanation
The correct answer is "night Mother". "night Mother" is a play that was revived on Broadway in 2004 and starred Brenda Blethyn and Edie Falco.