If you’re a fan of the comedy-spy genre, then you probably loved Spies Like Us. This classic film blends humor, espionage, and adventure in a way that few others do. Here are 20 movies that capture the same spirit and are sure to keep you entertained. Check out Spies Like Us here.
1. Get Smart
Get Smart stars Steve Carell and Anne Hathaway in a hilarious espionage adventure. Carell plays Maxwell Smart, an inept spy who must prevent a terrorist attack with the help of his more competent partner, Agent 99.
2. Johnny English
Rowan Atkinson stars as the bumbling secret agent Johnny English. Despite his lack of skills, English manages to thwart a plot to steal the Crown Jewels with a combination of luck and sheer determination.
3. The Man Who Knew Too Little
Bill Murray stars as Wallace Ritchie, an American who unwittingly gets involved in a real espionage plot while participating in an interactive theater experience in London. His cluelessness leads to a series of comedic misadventures.
4. Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery
Mike Myers plays both the titular Austin Powers and his nemesis Dr. Evil in this parody of spy films. Austin Powers, a 1960s spy, is thawed out in the 1990s to combat Dr. Evil’s latest plan.
5. Top Secret!
This comedy from the makers of Airplane! stars Val Kilmer as an American rock star who gets caught up in a resistance movement in East Germany. The film is a hilarious spoof of both spy movies and Elvis Presley musicals.
6. Central Intelligence
Dwayne Johnson and Kevin Hart star in this action-comedy about a former high school geek turned CIA agent who recruits his old classmate for a top-secret mission. The duo’s chemistry and comedic timing make for a fun ride.
7. Spy
Melissa McCarthy stars as Susan Cooper, a desk-bound CIA analyst who goes undercover to prevent a global disaster. With hilarious support from Jason Statham and Rose Byrne, this film offers plenty of laughs and action.
8. The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!
Leslie Nielsen stars as the bumbling Detective Frank Drebin in this slapstick comedy. While not a spy per se, Drebin’s misadventures in solving crimes are reminiscent of the comedic tone of Spies Like Us.
9. Kingsman: The Secret Service
Taron Egerton stars as Eggsy, a young man recruited into a secret spy organization. The film, also starring Colin Firth and Samuel L. Jackson, combines high-octane action with a sharp sense of humor.
10. True Lies
Arnold Schwarzenegger stars as Harry Tasker, a secret agent who leads a double life as a mild-mannered computer salesman. When his wife, played by Jamie Lee Curtis, gets involved in his latest mission, chaos ensues.
11. The Brothers Grimsby
Sacha Baron Cohen stars as Nobby, a dim-witted English football hooligan who teams up with his estranged brother, a top MI6 agent played by Mark Strong, to stop a global terrorist plot.
12. RED
Bruce Willis, Morgan Freeman, and Helen Mirren star as retired CIA operatives who are targeted for assassination. The film’s blend of action and humor makes it a great pick for fans of Spies Like Us.
13. Burn After Reading
This dark comedy from the Coen Brothers stars Brad Pitt, Frances McDormand, and George Clooney. A disc containing the memoirs of a former CIA analyst falls into the hands of two gym employees, leading to a series of absurd events.
14. The Tuxedo
Jackie Chan stars as a chauffeur who accidentally becomes a spy when he dons a high-tech tuxedo that gives him extraordinary abilities. Jennifer Love Hewitt co-stars in this action-comedy.
15. The Spy Who Dumped Me
Mila Kunis and Kate McKinnon star as best friends who get embroiled in an international conspiracy when one of them discovers her ex-boyfriend was a spy. Their comedic chemistry drives this action-packed film.
16. The Heat
Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy star as an uptight FBI agent and a foul-mouthed Boston cop, respectively. While not a traditional spy film, their partnership and comedic antics are reminiscent of the dynamic in Spies Like Us.
17. Knight and Day
Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz star in this action-comedy about a woman who gets caught up with a rogue spy. The film combines thrilling action sequences with humorous moments, making it a fun watch.
18. The Other Guys
Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg star as two mismatched NYPD detectives who stumble upon a massive financial conspiracy. Their comedic partnership and the film’s witty script make it a great choice for fans of action-comedy.
19. Men in Black
Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones star as agents of a secret organization that monitors extraterrestrial activity on Earth. Their dynamic and the film’s blend of sci-fi and comedy make it a classic.
20. 21 Jump Street
Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum star as two underachieving cops who are sent undercover to a high school to bust a drug ring. The film’s humor and action make it a modern comedy classic.
These movies capture the essence of Spies Like Us with their unique blend of humor, action, and espionage. Enjoy watching!
