Uploaded January 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Celebrate New Year's Eve with one of the funniest and most memorable moments from the classic 1983 comedy Trading Places starring Eddie Murphy and Dan Aykroyd. Directed by John Landis, Trading Places follows street hustler Billy Ray Valentine (Eddie Murphy) and wealthy commodities broker Louis Winthorpe III (Dan Aykroyd) as their lives are manipulated by the wealthy Duke brothers as part of a bizarre social experiment. The movie became one of the defining comedy films of the 1980s thanks to its unforgettable cast, sharp humor, social satire, and chaotic holiday setting.

This scene featuring Eddie Murphy's famous "Merry New Year!" moment remains a fan favorite decades later and perfectly captures the over-the-top energy of the film.

And yes... it is definitely Beef Jerky Time!

Featuring:

- Eddie Murphy
- Dan Aykroyd
- Jamie Lee Curtis
- Ralph Bellamy
- Don Ameche
- Denholm Elliott

Movie: Trading Places (1983)
Director: John Landis

If you're a fan of classic 1980s comedy movies, holiday films, Eddie Murphy, or Trading Places nostalgia, this clip is pure comedy gold.

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