The new movie “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F” is a 2024 Netflix film. It is a mix of action, crime, and comedy and is directed by Mark Molloy. The story is written by Will Beall, Tom Gormican, and Kevin Etten, based on a story by Beall. This movie is the fourth in the Beverly Hills Cop series and continues from the 1994 movie “Beverly Hills Cop III.”
In this film, Eddie Murphy returns as Axel Foley. He is joined by Judge Reinhold, John Ashton, Paul Reiser, and Bronson Pinchot, who also played in the earlier films. New actors in this film include Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Taylour Paige, and Kevin Bacon.
Plot of the Movie
In “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F,” Axel Foley returns to Beverly Hills because his daughter Jane’s life is in danger. Axel and Jane team up with Jane’s ex-boyfriend and Axel’s old friends, John Taggart and Billy Rosewood. Together, they try to find out the truth behind a big conspiracy.
Production of the Film
The movie started planning in February 2022 and received a tax credit of $16,059,000 from the state of California. The main shooting began on August 29, 2022, in San Bernardino and other places in California. They filmed for 58 days to make sure they could get $78 million in tax incentives. In August 2022, Taylour Paige and Joseph Gordon-Levitt joined the cast. In the same month, Paul Reiser and John Ashton were confirmed to play their old roles as Det. Jeffrey Friedman and Sgt. John Taggart.
In September, Judge Reinhold and Bronson Pinchot also came back to play Sgt. William “Billy” Rosewood and Serge. Kevin Bacon and Mark Pellegrino joined as new characters. The filming also took place in Detroit in November 2022, and it finished early in 2023.
Where was “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F” Filmed?
- Beverly Hills, California, USA (City Hall & Civic Center)
- Detroit, Michigan, USA
- San Bernardino, California, USA
- Los Angeles, California, USA
North Canon Drive, Beverly Hills: Many scenes are shot around 624 North Canon Drive in Beverly Hills. This area has some iconic views featured in the movie trailers.
Beverly Gardens Park: The movie features a sign from Beverly Gardens Park, located at 9439 Santa Monica Boulevard.
Tramezzino Café: In one scene, Tramezzino café can be seen across the street. This café is at 454 North Canon Drive in Beverly Hills.
Burberry Store: Another scene shows the front of the Burberry store. You can find this store at 301 North Rodeo Drive.
Giorgio Armani Store: Axel Foley gets arrested in front of the Giorgio Armani store. This store is at 436 North Rodeo Drive.
Police Department Location: For the police department scenes, they used the location at 455 North Rexford Drive in Beverly Hills.
Thayer Avenue and Le Conte Avenue, Los Angeles: One corner used in the film is Thayer Avenue and Le Conte Avenue in Los Angeles. This spot has a special significance in the movie.
Wilshire Boulevard and Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills: A shootout scene was filmed around the corner of Wilshire Boulevard and Doheny Drive in Beverly Hills.
South Hope Street, Downtown Los Angeles: The building in the background of another scene is located at 400 South Hope Street in downtown Los Angeles. This street has been used in many other movies like “Night of the Comet,” “The Grifters,” “Someone’s Watching Me,” and “Barbie.”
“Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F” takes viewers to some exciting locations in California, especially around Beverly Hills and Los Angeles. From fancy streets to iconic buildings, the movie showcases a variety of places that add to its action-packed story. Whether you are a fan of the old series or new to it, these locations add a thrilling backdrop to Axel Foley’s new adventures.
Official Trailer
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F
Q: Where was “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F” filmed?
A: “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F” was filmed primarily in various locations in California, including Beverly Hills, San Bernardino, and downtown Los Angeles. Some key filming spots are 624 North Canon Drive, Beverly Gardens Park, the Burberry store on North Rodeo Drive, and the Giorgio Armani store also on North Rodeo Drive.
Q: When did the filming of “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F” take place?
A: The principal photography for “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F” began on August 29, 2022, and continued for 58 days, wrapping up in early 2023. Filming occurred in San Bernardino, Beverly Hills, and other areas in California. Additional filming took place in Detroit in November 2022.
Q: What are some notable locations used in “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F”?
A: Notable filming locations for “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F” include 624 North Canon Drive and the Burberry store on North Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills. Scenes were also shot at Beverly Gardens Park, Tramezzino café on North Canon Drive, the Giorgio Armani store on North Rodeo Drive, and 400 South Hope Street in downtown Los Angeles. The Beverly Hills police department scenes were filmed at 455 North Rexford Drive.
Q: What is the release date of “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F”?
A: “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F”was released on Netflix in July 3, 2024.
Q: Which famous actors return in “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F” and who are the new cast members?
A: Eddie Murphy reprises his iconic role as Axel Foley. Returning cast members from the previous films include Judge Reinhold, John Ashton, Paul Reiser, and Bronson Pinchot. New cast members in this installment include Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Taylour Paige, and Kevin Bacon.
