as Cleo McDowell, the ambitious owner of McDowell's. Shari Headley as Lisa McDowell, Akeem’s love interest.
as King Jaffe Joffer, Akeem’s stern and regal father. Coming To America
Accompanied by his loyal personal aide (Arsenio Hall), Akeem travels to Queens, New York —believing it is the logical place to find his "Queen". To ensure he finds genuine love, the pair go undercover as poor foreign students, taking jobs at McDowell’s , a local fast-food restaurant owned by Cleo McDowell. Akeem eventually falls for the owner's daughter, Lisa (Shari Headley), and must win her heart while keeping his royal identity a secret. Key Cast and Characters as Cleo McDowell, the ambitious owner of McDowell's
Released in 1988, is a classic romantic comedy directed by John Landis . The film is celebrated as a seminal work in Eddie Murphy’s career , featuring his signature humor and versatile acting. Plot Overview Accompanied by his loyal personal aide (Arsenio Hall),
as Prince Akeem (and several other roles, including Saul and Randy Watson).