Coming to America's No Becomes Yes: Arsenio Hall's Tale
Published: March 27, 2026
Duration: 1:19
Arsenio Hall shares a captivating tale about Coming to Americas journey to the big screen, revealing Paramounts initial rejection of the project. The original script lacked iconic elements like the barbershop scenes and Eddie Murphys multiple roles. Murphy later added these, transforming the film into a blockbuster hit. Coming to America, released in 1988, grossed over $288 million worldwide and earned two Oscar nominations. Despite initial setbacks, the sequel, Coming 2 America, proved the storys enduring appeal.
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