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Boomerang (1992)

โ€œA player who's about to be played.โ€

5.7/10 ยท 654 votes 1h 57m r ComedyRomance

#67 of 75 films from 1992 #2591 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Reginald Hudlin ยท Written by David Sheffield, Barry W. Blaustein, Eddie Murphy

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Overview

Marcus is a successful advertising executive who woos and beds women almost at will. After a company merger he finds that his new boss, the ravishing Jacqueline, is treating him in exactly the same way. Completely traumatised by this, his work goes badly downhill.

Cast

Eddie Murphyas Marcus Graham
Robin Givensas Jacqueline 'Jackie / Jack' Broyer
Halle Berryas Angela Lewis
David Alan Grieras Gerard Jackson
Grace Jonesas Strangรฉ
Martin Lawrenceas Tyler
Geoffrey Holderas Nelson
Eartha Kittas Lady Eloise
Chris Rockas Bony T
Tisha Campbellas Yvonne
Lela Rochonas Christie
John Canada Terrellas Todd
John Witherspoonas Mr. Jackson
Bebe Drakeas Mrs. Jackson

Facts

Release dateJune 28, 1992
Runtime117 min (1h 57m) โ€” about the same as the 1992 average of 109 min
GenresComedy, Romance
LanguageEN
Budget$40,000,000
Box office$131,052,444 (3.3ร— budget)
IMDbtt0103859

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Questions

How long is Boomerang?
Boomerang runs 117 minutes (1h 57m).
Is Boomerang worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.7/10 across 654 votes, which places it #67 of 75 films released in 1992 in this index (top 12%) and #2591 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Boomerang?
Boomerang was directed by Reginald Hudlin. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Marshall (2017), Candy Cane Lane (2023).
Who stars in Boomerang?
Eddie Murphy as Marcus Graham; Robin Givens as Jacqueline 'Jackie / Jack' Broyer; Halle Berry as Angela Lewis; David Alan Grier as Gerard Jackson; Grace Jones as Strangรฉ; Martin Lawrence as Tyler.
What is Boomerang rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Boomerang?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/36999.

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