Behind the Scenes of 'Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me'

Vowing revenge, the evil Dr. Evil travels back in time to steal Austin Powers' mojo. Powers must team up with CIA agent Felicity Shagwell to stop Dr. Evil's nefarious plan and save the world from a giant space laser. Their adventure takes them from swinging London to the Moon, encountering familiar faces and new groovy characters along the way.

Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me was a critical and commercial success, building upon the cult following of its predecessor. Critics praised its over-the-top humor, Mike Myers' dual performance, and its spot-on parody of spy films. Audiences embraced its quotable lines and nostalgic 60s vibe.

• Mike Myers' comedic genius shines through his iconic characters.
• The film successfully delivers a barrage of silly jokes and memorable catchphrases.
• While enjoyable, some critics found the humor to be repetitive and less fresh than the first installment.

Google audience: Audiences generally loved the film's comedic performances, especially Mike Myers, and found its humor to be consistently funny and entertaining. Many appreciated the return of beloved characters and the continuation of the franchise's unique style.

Nominated for Best Makeup at the Academy Awards (1999). Won MTV Movie Award for Best Comedic Performance (Mike Myers).

During the filming of the love scene between Austin and Felicity, Heather Graham and Mike Myers were reportedly so concerned about making the scene funny yet still sensual that they spent hours practicing their lines and physical comedy before shooting.