Spy Kids (2001)

Synopsis

Carmen and Juni think their parents are boring. Little do they know that in their day, Gregorio and Ingrid Cortez were the top secret agents from their respective countries. They gave up that life to raise their children. Now, the disappearances of several of their old colleagues forces the Cortez' return from retirement. What they didn't count on was Carmen and Juni joining the "family business."

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Where to watch

Rent

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• YouTube
• Fandango At Home

Buy

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• YouTube
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Streaming availability via JustWatch

Cast

• Alexa PenaVega as Carmen Cortez
• Daryl Sabara as Juni Cortez
• Antonio Banderas as Gregorio Cortez
• Carla Gugino as Ingrid Cortez
• Alan Cumming as Fegan Floop
• Tony Shalhoub as Alexander Minion
• Teri Hatcher as Ms. Gradenko
• Robert Patrick as Mr. Lisp
• Dick Clark as Financier
• George Clooney as Devlin

If you liked Spy Kids, try

• The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
• Big Hero 6
• Despicable Me 2
• No Time to Die
• Despicable Me 3
• Transformers One
• The Mitchells vs. the Machines
• The Electric State

BingeNext's take

If you’re looking for a fun family movie that blends action, comedy, and a bit of sci-fi, Spy Kids from 2001 is a great pick. It’s about Carmen and Juni, two kids who think their parents are pretty dull, only to find out they were once top secret agents. When their parents have to come out of retirement, the kids jump into the spy world themselves, making for a lively adventure full of gadgets and surprises. With a cast including Alexa PenaVega, Daryl Sabara, and Antonio Banderas, the film keeps things light and entertaining, perfect for a family movie night where everyone can enjoy the mix of humor and thrills. At just 88 minutes, it’s an easy watch that feels like a playful, action-packed ride without getting too intense. If you like movies like Big Hero 6 or Despicable Me, this one fits right in.