"Hine" only lasted 1 series and it quickly faded into obscurity. There isn't much to recommend this one (certainly not Barrie Ingham's rug). The whole thing is studio-bound and the writing never rises above routine. Colin Gordon is a good actor and he gives the best performance. The year after "Hine" was broadcast, he suddenly passed away and he wasn't very old.
As we prepare for the return of Prince Akeem in Coming 2 America, we present our guide to comic legend Eddie Murphy's essential films and where to watch them.