"Coming to America" is a 1988 comedy film directed by John Landis and stars Eddie Murphy as Prince Akeem, who travels from the fictional African nation of Zamunda to New York City in search of true love. The film explores themes of identity, culture, and the clash between royal expectations and personal desires. In New York, Akeem adopts a new identity as a commoner and meets Lisa McDowell, played by Shari Headley. The story follows his humorous attempts to win her heart while navigating the challenges of life in America, all while keeping his royal background a secret.