From comedy to legacy: discover Eddie Murphy's journey in 'Being Eddie'

“Hercules! Hercules!” as Eddie Murphy hilariously chanted in "The Nutty Professor", and yes, that same energy sums up how the world feels about him finally getting his own documentary.

Netflix’s "Being Eddie", directed by Angus Wall, takes viewers inside the world of one of entertainment’s most legendary talents.

Murphy’s career began in the early 1980s when he joined "Saturday Night Live" at just 19 years old. That’s where the magic started.

His sharp wit, confidence, and ability to transform into just about anyone made him stand out immediately.

He became a one-man show, the international version of our very own Leon Schuster, if you will - able to play any character, any size, any personality

For example, in "The Nutty Professor", he played seven different characters, including the shy scientist Sherman Klump and almost the entire Klump family, switching between them with wild precision.

Then came "Norbit", where he juggled multiple roles again, from the gentle Norbit to the outrageous Rasputia and even Mr Wong.

"Coming to America" was another masterclass; Murphy played four different characters, from Prince Akeem to an elderly barber. It became one of his most iconic films and proved that no one could shape-shift quite like Murphy.

And let’s not forget the voice that defined an entire generation, Donkey from "Shrek". Loud, loyal, and endlessly funny, Donkey quickly became one of the most loved animated characters in film history.

In "Being Eddie", fans will see the story behind all those characters, the hard work, creativity, and discipline that kept his career thriving for over four decades.

The film includes interviews with Dave Chappelle, Jamie Foxx, Kevin Hart, Arsenio Hall, Pete Davidson and many others who share how Murphy’s genius changed Hollywood and Black culture.

“There is no one else like him. Nobody,” said director Wall. “He’s been famous longer than just about anyone alive, and he’s never lost who he is.”

Murphy also gives a rare glimpse into his private world, opening up his home to cameras for the first time. In the trailer, released,  he jokes, “This is a great house to haunt. In 100 years from now, I’m gonna be around this motherf*****”  a perfect nod to his spooky 2003 film "The Haunted Mansion".

"Being Eddie" premieres on 12 November on Netflix.