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My Spy
2020·Movie
My Spy fingerprint
Funny.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
- Spectacle5
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about family.
- Hopefulness8
- Family Dynamics8
- Wholesome7
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick
- Situational Comedy8
- Physical Comedy7
- Wit & Wordplay5
World
Family and everyday modern life
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Direction6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
My Spy is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's hopeful and wholesome. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy0Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and slapstick
Expect plenty of situational comedy and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
LowFamily and everyday modern life
Its world is built around family and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity0Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
Almost totally in control.
A hardened CIA operative finds himself at the mercy of a precocious 9-year-old girl, having been sent undercover to surveil her family.
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Questions about My Spy
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is My Spy worth watching?
52
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 48%, and Metacritic 46). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is My Spy rated?
PG-13
It's rated PG-13 in the United States.
How long is My Spy?
1 h 39 min
My Spy runs 1 h 39 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on My Spy?
Critics47
Audiences55
Not quite. Audiences rate My Spy higher (55) than critics (47). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was My Spy a box office hit?
Budget$18 million
Box office$10 million
No. It cost about $18 million to make and earned $10 million worldwide, 57% of its budget.
What language is My Spy in?
EnglishFrench
It was made in English, with some French. Produced in United States, Canada.
In how many countries can I watch My Spy?
92
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+78GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for My Spy in 92 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does My Spy use?
Action PrologueRefuge in AudacityDude, Where's My Respect?Even Evil Has StandardsInstant Web HitMama BearJust in TimeThis Is RealityBrains and BrawnThe VoicelessBond One-LinerAction Momand 52 more
TV Tropes lists 64 storytelling tropes for My Spy, including Action Prologue, Refuge in Audacity, Dude, Where's My Respect?.