Is “Boomerang” Worth A Rewatch?

by Anthony & Al | July 10, 2025

Is "Boomerang" Worth A Rewatch?

On the 5th episode, Anthony and Al discuss whether the movie "Boomerang" from 1992 is worth rewatching or not!

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What do you remember about "Boomerang"? Did you see it in the theaters back then? This romantic comedy stars Eddie Murphy as an ad exec who LOOOVES the ladies! So what happens when the gorgeous Robin Givens becomes his boss and has her own way of playing the romantic game? "Boomerang" also stars Halle Berry in one of her early roles as well as Martin Lawrence and David Alan Grier playing Eddie's friends.

So how does this movie hold up? What did the critics say back then? With all the new movies and TV shows nowadays, should you put all that aside and watch this rom-com again?

All these questions answered and more on this episode of "Worth A Rewatch?"

Check out the trailer below as the first "rewatch"!

Here are some reviews and ratings:

Anthony's Pick:

"3 Stars out of 5"

This movie has some of the most memorable Elements of any Eddie Murphy movie. The unbelievable cast of then, and future, comedy superstars come together for a romantic comedy about the transformation of a playboy who finds true love. There are scenes involving Eartha Kitt and Grace Jones that will leave you speechless. Scenes with Martin Lawrence and David Alan Grier that will have you in tears of laughter. Murphy Allows others to shine and that is the strength of this one.

Rotten Tomatoes Reviewer

Al's Pick (4-Star Review of the Week!):

"The soundtrack was the best part...and really only the one song"

I don't know what I expected from Boomerang, exactly, but I was still disappointed. Instead of a romantic comedy, this is a film full of annoying relationships and tasteless jokes. Eddie Murphy's ego seems to have run unchecked while making this movie. And I think we can thank Boyz II Men's song "End of the Road" for this soundtrack's popularity. It certainly wasn't because of the film.

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IMDB Reviewer

Here's what AI says:

The 1992 film "Boomerang" is generally considered a worthwhile rewatch

for fans of romantic comedies and Eddie Murphy. It's known for its humor, strong cast, and iconic 90s fashion, though some might find the plot predictable.

Roger Ebert: 3/4

Metacritic: 45

Rotten Tomatoes: 48%

Anthony: 4

Al: 5

WAR Overall Score: 49.67

Worth A Rewatch Overall Ranking: 8th out of 10