I Spy
I Spy

I Spy

2002Movie97 minEnglish

When the Switchblade, the most sophisticated prototype stealth fighter created yet, is stolen from the U.S. government, one of the United States' top spies, Alex Scott, is called to action. What he doesn't expect is to get teamed up with a cocky civilian, World Class Boxing Champion Kelly Robinson, on a dangerous top secret espionage mission. Their assignment: using equal parts skill and humor, catch Arnold Gundars, one of the world's most successful arms dealers.

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IMDb5.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes15%
Metacritic33/100
Google Users47%
Director: Tommy Lee JonesGenres: Action, Comedy, Adventure, Spy

Plot Summary

A professional boxer, recently suspended and wanting to get back in the game, is recruited by the government for a special mission. He is partnered with an experienced secret agent to retrieve a stolen prototype aircraft. Their mission takes them around the world, facing danger and uncovering a conspiracy involving stolen technology and a dangerous arms dealer.

Critical Reception

The film was poorly received by critics and audiences alike, often cited for its weak script, uninspired action sequences, and a lack of chemistry between the lead actors. It is generally considered a critical and commercial disappointment.

What Reviewers Say

  • The movie suffers from a predictable plot and uninspired action.
  • The chemistry between the lead actors is largely absent.
  • Despite the star power, the film fails to deliver on its comedic and action potential.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be largely unfunny and disappointing, with many criticizing the weak plot and the unconvincing performances. Some viewers felt it was a waste of the actors' talents.

Fun Fact

The film is a remake of the 1965-1968 television series of the same name, which starred Bill Cosby and Robert Culp.

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Kamurai

Kamurai

Annoying watch, probably won't watch again, and can't recommend. I like Eddie Murphy, I usually depend on him to carry movie given he's such a big personality. Unfortunately the character he is playing is every bit as annoying as Owen W...
JPV852

JPV852

Hadn't seen this since it was released on DVD and... pretty much remember it being as mediocre as it was back then. Normally with these buddy films, you have one character who is off-kilter while the other is more serious, but here you had ...