Get ready for a wild ride when The Pickup arrives on Prime Video globally on August 6, 2025. This fast-paced, laugh-out-loud action-comedy fuses two generations of comedy, delivering thrills, sharp humor, and nonstop surprises.

Directed by Tim Story — known for The Blackening, Barbershop, and Ride Along — The Pickup is a high-octane mix of explosive action and razor-sharp wit. The film marks a comedic milestone by uniting legendary Eddie Murphy with millennial favorite Pete Davidson for the first time. Add in the magnetic energy of Keke Palmer, and the result is pure cinematic fireworks.

A High-Stakes, Hilarious Adventure

When a routine cash pickup spirals into chaos, veteran armored truck driver Russell (Eddie Murphy) and his mismatched partner Travis (Pete Davidson) find themselves ambushed by a criminal crew led by the brilliant and dangerous Zoe (Keke Palmer). What starts as an ordinary day on the job quickly becomes a high-stakes battle filled with explosions, wild chases, and comedic clashes — all packed into a tightly paced 94-minute rollercoaster.

A Star-Studded, Diverse Cast

Alongside its top trio, The Pickup features an all-star and inclusive cast, including Eva Longoria, Ismael Cruz Córdova, Jack Kesy, Andrew Dice Clay, NFL icon Marshawn Lynch, and WWE superstar Joe “Roman Reigns” Anoa’i.

From the Creative Minds Behind the Scenes

Written by Kevin Burrows and Matt Mider, and produced by John Davis, John Fox, Eddie Murphy, Tim Story, and Charisse Hewitt-Webster, The Pickup blends veteran experience with fresh vision to create a uniquely modern action-comedy.

Whether you're a longtime fan of Eddie Murphy’s classic comedic timing or tuning in for Pete Davidson’s offbeat humor, The Pickup promises heart-pounding action and hilarious misadventures that will keep audiences entertained from start to finish. Don’t miss one of 2025’s most unexpected comedy thrill rides — coming soon exclusively to Prime Video on August 6.