20 times actors took roles just for the paycheck (And admitted it)

17) Eddie Murphy - The Nutty Professor

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Eddie Murphy's work in The Nutty Professor presents his comedic genius, in which he acted within a multiple-roles makeup. However, Murphy confessed that what led him to do this film was purely monetary. He needed a big hit since he had several flops up on his head. He got lucky as the film was an unexpected commercial hit and he received accolades for it. But underlining the paycheck, Murphy's enthusiasm to play the part clearly showed that even paycheck-motivated ventures can serve as great performances.

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