My Spy (2020): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending
My Spy is a 2020 action comedy directed by Peter Segal, starring Chloe Coleman as Sophie, Dave Bautista and Greg Bryk. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes and earned $10.2 million worldwide on a $18 million budget. Critics gave it 49% on Rotten Tomatoes and 46 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 39m (99 min)
- Director
- Peter Segal
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Amazon Studios
- Budget
- $18M
- After the credits
- Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
What Is My Spy About?
The premise of My Spy without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
A seasoned CIA operative, known for his meticulous approach, finds his latest mission complicated when he goes undercover in the home of a bright and inquisitive nine-year-old girl. His attempt to blend in is constantly challenged by her sharp wit and technological skills. As he tries to maintain his cover while dealing with kid-friendly espionage, he unexpectedly finds himself charmed by the clever and endearing Sophie.
My Spy Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- cia agent
- singing in a car
- 9 year old
- single mother
- young widow
- surveillance
- berlin germany
- paris france
- gay slur
- gay couple
- gay
- chicago illinois
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- two word title
- male and female protagonists
- bullying
- mother daughter relationship
- bully comeuppance
- explosion
- exploding car
- exploding truck
- exploding airplane
- reference to celine dion
- gunfight
- shootout
- one against many
- opening action scene
- slow motion scene
- slow motion action scene
- sunglasses
- montage
- no opening credits
- title at the end
- camera phone
- pistol
- silencer
- desert eagle
- uzi
- machine gun
- ak 47
- rpg
- rocket launcher
- bazooka
- plutonium
- nuclear weapon
- arms dealer
- widow
- single parent
- cell phone
- school bus
- little girl
My Spy Cast & Characters
Chloe Coleman leads the cast as Sophie, with Dave Bautista as JJ and Greg Bryk as Marquez. Directed by Peter Segal; 22 actors are credited in all.
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Director Peter Segal
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Greg Bryk as Marquez - Parisa Fitz-Henley as Kate
Also Starring in My Spy
· 18 more- Ken Jeong David Kim
- Kristen Schaal Bobbi
- Devere Rogers Carlos
- Ali Hassan Azar
- Jahi Di'Allo Winston
- Michelle McLeod
- Laura Cilevitz Ms. Besser
- Vieslav Krystyan General Gregovich
- Lindsay Mullan Oak Tree Mom
- Nicola Correia-Damude Christina
- Nikki Hahn
- Keller Viaene Emmy
- Miranda Millar
- Olivia Dépatie Selma
- Sukhman Gill
- Adriana Crivici
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More from Peter Segal
More films directed by Peter Segal, best-rated first: Naked Gun 33 1/3: The Final Insult, Get Smart, Tommy Boy and 50 First Dates.
My Spy Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave My Spy 49% on Rotten Tomatoes and 46 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10. Our Echo Score gives it 55/100, strongest in character & emotion (65) and weakest in story & flow (45).
My Spy Echo Score Breakdown
The film finds its primary appeal in its playful tone and charismatic leads but is constrained by a predictable script. Reviews note that its humor offers pleasant surprises despite a familiar plot structure, and the brisk pacing prevents the story from overstaying its welcome. While the blend of action and comedy provides moments of genuine fun, the film’s inability to commit fully to either spy thriller stakes or family-friendly warmth limits its impact. Overall, it remains a moderately entertaining, if conventional, diversion.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 55
Direction is functional without being distinctive, showing competence in staging slapstick sequences and maintaining brisk momentum. Some critics praised the editing for keeping the 101-minute runtime tight, while others found the film pulled in divergent stylistic directions. Production design and cinematography offer no major surprises but serve the material adequately, leaving a neutral visual footprint.
- Character & Emotion 65
When it comes to character and emotion, the rapport between the leads anchors the film. Chloe Coleman’s spirited performance and Dave Bautista’s affable presence create an engaging odd-couple dynamic. However, the secondary romance lacks depth and the overall character arcs feel telegraphed. The emotional beats land intermittently, offering warmth amid otherwise conventional characters.
- Story & Flow 45
Regarding story and flow, the narrative follows a familiar formula that many reviewers deemed predictable and uneven. Pacing is brisk, preventing excessive dragging, but the plot coherence suffers from telegraphed developments and underdeveloped subplots. While the film maintains engagement through gag setups and action beats, originality and narrative risk remain limited, diluting overall tension.
- Sensory Experience 60
In terms of sensory experience, the film delivers serviceable action sequences and a cheerful score that underscore comedic moments. Sound design emphasizes slapstick cues, though it sometimes undermines tonal consistency. Visual style opts for bright, straightforward cinematography without striking flourishes, resulting in a cohesive but unremarkable audiovisual presentation.
- Rewatch Factor 50
As for rewatch factor, the movie offers a lighthearted diversion that can entertain on repeat viewings when one seeks unchallenging fun. The charismatic lead duo maintains appeal, yet the lack of narrative depth and minimal surprises reduce incentives for multiple returns. It remains a passable choice for casual family viewing but not a lasting favorite.
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IMDb 6.4 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 49% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 40%
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Metacritic 46 Metascore
User score 5.9
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TMDB 69% User score
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Letterboxd 2.6 /5
5 ratings
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Movie Insider 3.9 /5
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My Spy Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in My Spy from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
JJ (John), portrayed by Dave Bautista, is a seasoned ex-US Special Forces operative who has transitioned into a CIA agent. His current assignment involves closely monitoring the family of Victor Marquez in Chicago, particularly focusing on his wife, Kate, and her 9-year-old daughter, Sophie. The stakes are exceptionally high as they are entangled in a nefarious plot involving a miniaturized nuclear bomb that Victor plans to sell to Hassan, a dangerous terrorist from the Middle East. The mission is further complicated due to JJ’s earlier blunder during a plutonium deal in Pripyat, a mishap that left CIA officials scrutinizing him. Nevertheless, his boss, Ken Jeong, offers him yet another chance, pairing him with the enthusiastic tech operator, Bobbi, played by Kristen Schaal, who greatly admires JJ’s expertise.
Full summary
The whole story of My Spy, scene by scene, with the ending explained
My Spy Box Office & Budget
My Spy grossed $10.2 million worldwide on a $18 million budget, 57% of what it cost.
Worldwide gross
$10.2M
57% of its budget back
- International
- $10.2M
- Budget
- $18M
My Spy Trailers & Videos
The trailer of My Spy.
How Well Do You Know My Spy?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
- Question 1: not answered
- Question 2: not answered
- Question 3: not answered
- Question 4: not answered
- Question 5: not answered
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- Question 8: not answered
- Question 9: not answered
- Question 10: not answered
What is JJ's profession?
Cars in My Spy
50 cars on screen, including the 2012 Fiat 500 and the 2006 Jaguar XK X150.
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2006 Jaguar XK X150 Important role -
1985 Mercedes-Benz 280 GE W460 Important role -
2003 Dodge Sprinter Minor role
My Spy Also Known As
30 alternative titles, including “Mon espion” and “Můj kámoš špión”.
- Also known as
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- Mon espion
- Můj kámoš špión
- Aprendiz de Espiã
- Juego de espías
- Grandes Espías
- 我的间谍
- 半職業特工隊
- 特工过家家
- 마이 스파이
- Моят шпионин
- Мій шпигун
- Мой шпион
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- Kémecském
- תרגול בריגול
- Môj kamoš špión
- Der Spion von nebenan
- Открила сам шпијуна
- 間諜速成班
- พยัคฆ์ร้าย สปายแสบ
- Ο Κατάσκοπός Μου
- O Meu Espião
- Điệp Viên Siêu Lầy
- Profu' de Spionaj, ჩემი ჯაშუში
- Mój przyjaciel szpieg
- マイ・スパイ
- Razkrila sem vohuna
- جاسوس من
- Nuosavas Šnipas
- Mans spiegs
- Otkrila sam špijuna
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My Spy FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of My Spy, each answered in a sentence.
How long is My Spy?
My Spy runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).
When was My Spy released?
My Spy was released on June 26, 2020.
Who directed My Spy?
My Spy was directed by Peter Segal.
More films by Peter Segal Who is in the cast of My Spy?
My Spy stars Chloe Coleman as Sophie, Dave Bautista as JJ and Greg Bryk as Marquez, among 22 credited actors.
How much did My Spy make at the box office?
My Spy grossed $10.2 million worldwide on a budget of $18 million.
How is My Spy rated?
My Spy has 6.4/10 on IMDb, 49% on Rotten Tomatoes, 46 on Metacritic and 69% on TMDB.
Does My Spy have a post-credit scene?
Yes. My Spy has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.
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