Screen Rant

Classic comedy Coming to America came out in 1988 and starred Eddie Murphy… 1 / 8

As spoilt African royal Prince Akeem who travels to America to find true love. 2 / 8

In 2017, Paramount Pictures confirmed they were developing a sequel. 3 / 8

Murphy is reprising his role as Akeem and the film will focus on his quest… 4 / 8

To find his long-lost son and heir to the throne of Zamunda. 5 / 8

James Earl Jones will also reprise his role as Prince Akeem’s father, King Jaffe Joffer. 6 / 8

He’ll be joined by fellow original cast members Arsenio Hall and Paul Bates. 7 / 8

And newcomers that include Grammy-winning rapper Rick Ross and actor Wesley Snipes. 8 / 8