Action comedy makes a comeback on Prime Video, starring the iconic Eddie Murphy.
Hop on the Laugh Ride with Eddie Murphy and "The Pickup" 🚛🎥
Hey there! If you're dreaming up a dream team for an upcoming action-comedy flick, chances are, Eddie Murphy would be scraping the top of that wishlist. The man's a legend, harbinger of classic action-comedy gold like Beverly Hills Cop.
Fast-forward to today, Eddie's got a second wind, and you can thank (or blame, depending on your taste) Amazon for that! The platform has dropped a hilarious trailer for The Pickup, launching on Prime Video on August 6. Throw on your dancing shoes, because it's gonna be a hot summer ride!
🤑📦 In The Pickup, Eddie stars as Russell, a cash transporter nearing retirement. His laid-back partner, Travis, is played by Pete Davidson with his signature chill vibe. But things take a wild turn when their armored truck gets hijacked by a sneaky crook, who, once unmasked, turns out to be none other than the captivating Keke Palmer as the scheming Zoe.
💥💫 Strap in, because this twist doesn't stop at Zoe and Travis having a scandalous one-night stand! Now that she's got 'em in her crosshairs, she threatens them with some dreadful payback, forcing them to help rob a casino for a hefty sum. Granted, the trailer seems to give the game away a bit, but here's hoping there are still plenty of surprises waiting for us in the full movie!
💥🐓🦴 Murphy's a seasoned pro, so we've got high hopes. As for Davidson, The Pickup might just show him in a whole new light - the snippets in the trailer aren't perfect, but he's been endearing enough that we'll reserve judgment until the movie's out.
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Cast Members of "The Pickup"
The action-comedy movie "The Pickup" has a stellar lineup, including:- Eddie Murphy as Russell, an experienced armored truck driver.- Pete Davidson as Travis, Russell's laid-back partner.- Keke Palmer as Zoe, the mastermind behind the ambush.- Eva Longoria- Marshawn Lynch- Ismael Cruz Córdova- Jack Kesy- Andrew Dice Clay- Joe “Roman Reigns” Anoa’i
Plot of "The Pickup"
The Pickup follows Russell and Travis, two contrasting armored truck drivers, as they encounter a surprising ambush orchestrated by Zoe and her ruthless gang. As mayhem ensues, our questionable heroes struggle with their conflicting personalities, high-risk scenarios, and an escalating series of increasingly harrowing events.[1][2][3]
Release Details
The Pickup will premiere on Prime Video on August 6, 2025. Directed by Tim Story, with a screenplay by Matt Mider and Kevin Burrows[4][5], it's produced by Amazon MGM Studios, Davis Entertainment, Eddie Murphy Productions, and The Story Company[5].
Join the excitement as you dive into the world of movies-and-tv with "The Pickup" on Prime Video, launching entertainment possibilities on August 6. Catch the action-comedy extravaganza featuring Eddie Murphy, an outstanding figure in the realm of entertainment and comedy gold.
