The long-gestating sequel to the Axel Foley cop chronicles has some new heat.

Detective Axel Foley is ready to ride again.

Beverly Hills Copbegan in 1984 when the original film, directed then by Martin Brest, hit theaters.

BEVERLY HILLS COP 3, Eddie Murphy, 1994

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A fourth iteration has been talked about for years.

At one point, there was chatter ofa television series that also never came to fruition.

Thats the only reason why Im making movies.

[Dolemite] is a well-made movie and its fing funny and thats a good feeling.

Murphy is also planninga stand-up comedy tour in 2020anda return toSaturday Night Liveas hostin season 45.

Deadlinewas the first to report the news.