The sequel to Coming to America continues to add a number of incredible entertainers to their already star-studded cast lineup — and we are working hard to keep up!
The new plot follows Prince Akeem (Eddie Murphy) as he is set to become King of Zamunda, but he discovers he has a son he never knew about in America. Akeem and Semmi (Arsenio Hall) return to America to honor the king’s dying wish to groom this son as the crowned prince.
We can’t wait to see how this all plays out on-screen, but in the meantime, scroll through to check out a list of the cast members who have been announced so far.
01
Eddie Murphy
In the sequel, Eddie Murphy's Akeem is set to become King of Zamunda.
02
Arsenio Hall
Comedian Arsenio Hall returns as Semmi.
03
Shari Headley
Headley returns as Lisa McDowell, the eventual wife to Murphy’s Prince Akeem.
04
James Earl Jones
James Earl Jones will be reprising his role as King Jaffe Joffer
05
Vanessa Bell Calloway
06
John Amos
The actor will return as Cleo McDowell, the owner of McDowell’s.
07
Kiki Layne
Layne will play Prince Akeem’s daughter.
08
Wesley Snipes
Snipes will play a new character named General Izzi, the ruler of a neighboring nation
09
Michael Blackson
The comedian will bring his humor to the sequel.
10
Teyana Taylor
The singer and actress was recently added to the star-studded cast.
11
Jermaine Fowler
He will be joining the film as Prince Akeem’s long-lost son, Lavelle.
12
Leslie Jones
Jones will play Lavelle’s mother.
13
Rick Ross
The rapper is onboard for the comedy sequel.
14
Louie Anderson
Emmy winner Louie Anderson reprise his role as Maurice.
15
Tracy Morgan
The "Saturday Night Live" and "30 Rock" alum is the most recent addition to the cast
16
Paul Bates
