Amazon Studios has acquired worldwide rights to the sequel to the long-lasting comedy “Coming to America,” which will likely be obtainable on Prime Video on March 5, 2021.
The sequel is about within the royal nation of Zamunda, the place newly-crowned King Akeem (Eddie Murphy) and his finest good friend, Semmi (Arsenio Corridor) return to after residing in Queens, New York.
Many authentic forged will even return, together with King Jaffe Joffer (James Earl Jones), Queen Lisa (Shari Headley), Cleo McDowell (John Amos), Maurice (Louie Anderson) and the barbershop crew.
New characters will likely be performed by Wesley Snipes, Leslie Jones, Tracy Morgan, Jermaine Fowler, Bella Murphy, Rotimi, KiKi Layne, Nomzamo Mbatha and Teyana Taylor.
“Coming to America was a cultural phenomenon that is likely one of the most beloved and celebrated comedies of all time,” Jennifer Salke, head of Amazon Studios, stated in a press release. “Because of Eddie Murphy’s comedic genius together with the good filmmakers, writers and fabulous forged, we could not be extra excited to rejoice this new journey. We all know audiences around the globe will fall in love with this hilarious, joyful film that can absolutely change into a timeless favourite.”
Paramount Footage closed the take care of Amazon bypassing a theatrical launch due to Covid-19.