In a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, Mark Molloy, the director of the upcoming movie "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F," praised Eddie Murphy's comedic talent and the spontaneous moments he created on set. Molloy highlighted how Murphy, along with co-stars John Ashton and Judge Reinhold, brought their characters to life through improvisation, a technique that was integral to the original film's success.

According to Molloy, "Eddie, John, and Judge would sit in the car and just talk, creating some of the most memorable scenes by simply being in the moment." This improvisational style, he noted, allowed the actors to explore their characters more deeply, leading to genuine and humorous interactions.

Murphy reprises his role as the street-smart Detroit detective Axel Foley, a character he first portrayed in the 1984 hit "Beverly Hills Cop." The series, known for blending action with comedy, follows Foley as he navigates the upscale world of Beverly Hills to solve crimes. The latest installment reunites Murphy with Ashton and Reinhold, and introduces new characters played by Taylour Paige and Joseph Gordon-Levitt.

In "Axel F," Foley teams up with a new partner (Gordon-Levitt) and his old comrades Billy Rosewood (Reinhold) and John Taggart (Ashton) to unravel a conspiracy threatening his daughter. This blend of new and familiar faces promises to deliver both fresh content and the classic humor fans have cherished.

Molloy expressed excitement about the new dimensions of Foley's character revealed in the film. "There was a different side to Axel Foley that I've never seen before," he shared, anticipating that audiences will enjoy the depth and surprises of the new movie.

With a cast that also includes Paul Reiser, Bronson Pinchot, and Kevin Bacon, and a plot rich with intrigue and comedy, "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F" aims to captivate both new viewers and longtime fans of the franchise. The film is set to continue the legacy of Eddie Murphy's iconic character when it debuts on Netflix, with a teaser already generating buzz among eager audiences.