Eddie Murphy is slated to take the lead role in the upcoming Christmas movie titled “Candy Cane Lane,” which is scheduled for a holiday season premiere on the Prime Video platform. The film’s storyline revolves around elements like elves, enchantment, and a troublemaking elf named Pepper. Pepper accidentally triggers a magical spell that brings the famous “12 Days of Christmas” to life, leading to a series of chaotic events in the town.
This project marks a reunion for Eddie Murphy with director Reginald Hudlin and producer Brian Grazer, marking their first collaboration since their successful 1992 film “Boomerang.”
Comedy legend Eddie Murphy is making his debut in a holiday-themed film called “Candy Cane Lane,” where he’ll showcase his signature comedic talent. This festive project is set to be released on Prime Video just in time for the holiday season. In the movie, Murphy’s character will find himself in amusing predicaments involving elves, magic, and the potential to spoil Christmas for his family and the world. The announcement of an Eddie Murphy Christmas movie is indeed a delightful surprise in real life.
In this holiday-themed comedy adventure, Eddie Murphy takes the lead role as Chris, a determined man aiming to secure victory in his neighborhood’s annual Christmas home decoration competition. However, things take an unexpected turn when Chris unintentionally strikes a deal with a mischievous elf named Pepper, portrayed by Jillian Bell. In an attempt to improve his chances of winning, Pepper casts a magical spell that brings the 12 Days of Christmas to life, leading to chaos throughout the town. Now, to prevent their family from ruining the holiday season for everyone, Chris, his wife Carol (played by Tracee Ellis Ross), and their three children must race against time. They must find a way to undo Pepper’s spell, confront cleverly magical characters, and ultimately save Christmas for the entire community.
List your film and sell it on Shortfundly’s OTT Platform with price range of your choice.
Click here to know more.
Eddie Murphy takes the helm as the main star in a stellar ensemble, which boasts a lineup featuring Tracee Ellis Ross, Jillian Bell, Thaddeus J. Mixson, Ken Marino, Nick Offerman, Robin Thede, Chris Redd, Genneya Walton, Madison Thomas, D.C. Young Fly, Riki Lindhome, Anjelah Johnson-Reyes, Lombardo Boyar, Danielle Pinnock, and Timothy Simons.
Reginald Hudlin directs the film, with Kelly Younger penning the screenplay based on his own childhood memories of the holidays on Candy Cane Lane in El Segundo, CA. This project marks the reunion of director Reginald Hudlin, Eddie Murphy, and producer Brian Grazer, who last collaborated on the successful 1992 film, Boomerang.
Note:
*Shortfundly is hiring for multiple roles in Chennai. Start referring your known connections to these openings*. Check it out – https://lnkd.in/erZm6rzh
About Shortfundly
Shortfundly is an OTT marketplace platform available to share the best short films and web series through global multi-platform network. Their editorial platform enables global audience to easily discover, watch, and share unique contents anywhere on their desktop, connected TV and mobile devices.
If you are planning to release and earn on an OTT platform, learn how to distribute your short film via Shortfundly.
For publishing an advertorial article about your digital news/product launch/ short film/web series/album song on our website, drop an email at [email protected]
Hey Cinephiles! We welcome guest blogging on our platform. Do share your article with us.
Check out our Shortfundly YouTube channel for other interesting podcasts & interviews with filmmakers.
To watch unlimited premium short films & web series, Download the Shortfundly mobile application now available on Google Play Store and Apple App store.
