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Spy Intervention (2020): Cast, Ratings & Plot

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Spy Intervention is a 2020 action comedy directed by Drew Mylrea, starring Drew Van Acker as Corey, Poppy Delevingne and Max Silvestri. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes. Critics gave it 33% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 3.9/10.

IMDb rating
3.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes
33%
Echo Score
32
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Spy Intervention (2020) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 33m (93 min)
Director
Drew Mylrea
Genres
Action , Adventure , Comedy
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Spy Intervention About?

The premise of Spy Intervention without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A seasoned spy attempts to leave his dangerous past behind and embrace a peaceful family life. However, when a renegade agent emerges, threatening worldwide chaos, he is forced to dust off his old skills. He must now balance saving the world with reigniting the passion in his marriage, proving that even a retired spy can’t escape his destiny.

Spy Intervention Themes & Keywords

· 25 tags
  • spy
  • jet pack
  • self destruct
  • disintegration
  • shot in the back
  • ice skating
  • minature basketball
  • troglodyte
  • sales challenge
  • bowling
  • shopping mall
  • chance encounter
+13 more
  • ice rink
  • katmandu
  • sex scene
  • failed mission
  • reference to james bond
  • reference to cunnilingus
  • fixer upper
  • moving in together
  • intervention
  • reference to youtube
  • reference to lorena bobbitt
  • view through binoculars
  • fired from a job
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Cast & crew

Spy Intervention Cast & Characters

Drew Van Acker leads the cast as Corey, with Poppy Delevingne as Pam and Max Silvestri as Egan. Directed by Drew Mylrea; 13 actors are credited in all.

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Ratings

Spy Intervention Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Spy Intervention 33% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 3.9/10. Our Echo Score gives it 32/100, strongest in sensory experience (45) and weakest in rewatch factor (25).

32 /100

Spy Intervention Echo Score Breakdown

The film delivers an uneven tone and lackluster execution that undermines its spoof premise. While a few moments of playful styling and intermittent humor emerge, the narrative momentum falters under inconsistent direction and muddled editing. Character interactions rarely achieve genuine chemistry, and the core plot remains largely uninspired. Overall, Spy Intervention presents a concept with limited realization, yielding a predominantly disengaging experience.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 35

    In terms of art and craft, the film exhibits an uneven visual approach marked by abrupt framing changes and minimal production design. Direction lacks focus, with scenes transitioning unpredictably and low-budget aesthetics dominating much of the running time. Editing choices, including a disjointed aspect ratio shift, further disrupt the flow. Overall, the craft feels underdeveloped and inconsistent.

  • Character & Emotion 30

    When it comes to character and emotion, performances are uneven and character depth remains shallow throughout. Acting frequently feels overexposed or stilted, and the leads lack convincing chemistry. Supporting performances offer brief relief but cannot compensate for the thin emotional stakes. Overall, the characters fail to generate lasting impact or empathy.

  • Story & Flow 30

    In terms of story and flow, the plot struggles with coherence and originality, leading to a pacing that often feels sluggish. Attempts at comedic twists and domestic-versus-spy contrasts yield intermittent engagement but lack substantive development. The climax offers little payoff, and overall narrative stakes remain underexplored. Ultimately, the story delivers more frustration than intrigue.

  • Sensory Experience 45

    Regarding sensory experience, the film presents a modest soundtrack and sound design that rarely enhances the tension of its spy premise. Visual style shows occasional moments of thoughtful set dressing but is undermined by inconsistent aspect ratio shifts. Sound mixing sometimes feels flat, and the overall audio-visual cohesion is uneven. Sensory elements remain largely unobtrusive.

  • Rewatch Factor 25

    When it comes to rewatch factor, the film offers limited replay value, as initial amusement diminishes on subsequent viewings. Occasional humorous beats and stylistic references may appeal to niche audiences, but thin character arcs and repetitive pacing reduce lasting appeal. Overall, Spy Intervention is unlikely to inspire frequent revisiting or long-term appreciation.

Plot

Spy Intervention Plot Summary

What happens in Spy Intervention from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The world’s greatest spy decides to leave behind his thrilling adventures to settle down with the woman he adores. However, when a madman seeks to acquire a catastrophic weapon, he must abandon his mundane life to not only safeguard the world but also to revive his lackluster marriage.

Corey Gage (Drew Van Acker) is an accomplished spy who encounters Pam Grayson (Poppy Delevingne) during a mission aimed at capturing Doyle Egan (Max Silvestri), who is on the brink of obtaining a weapon of mass destruction. Egan manages to escape while Corey is sidetracked by Pam at a mall, where she is promoting cosmetic samples.

Full summary

The whole story of Spy Intervention, scene by scene

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Videos

Spy Intervention Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Spy Intervention.

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know Spy Intervention?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Cars

Cars in Spy Intervention

16 cars on screen, including the 1987 Renault S53 RX and the ACMAT VLRA TPK.

All 16 cars
  • 1987 Renault S53 RX in Spy Intervention 1987 Renault S53 RX Main role
  • ACMAT VLRA TPK in Spy Intervention ACMAT VLRA TPK Important role
  • 1970 Ford M151 A2 'MUTT' in Spy Intervention 1970 Ford M151 A2 'MUTT' Important role
  • 1982 Land-Rover 88'' Series III Station Wagon in Spy Intervention 1982 Land-Rover 88'' Series III Station Wagon Important role

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FAQ

Spy Intervention FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Spy Intervention, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Spy Intervention?

Spy Intervention runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

When was Spy Intervention released?

Spy Intervention was released on February 14, 2020.

Who directed Spy Intervention?

Spy Intervention was directed by Drew Mylrea.

More films by Drew Mylrea

Who is in the cast of Spy Intervention?

Spy Intervention stars Drew Van Acker as Corey, Poppy Delevingne as Pam and Max Silvestri as Egan, among 13 credited actors.

How is Spy Intervention rated?

Spy Intervention has 3.9/10 on IMDb, 33% on Rotten Tomatoes, 46% on TMDB and 2.4/5 on Movie Insider.

Does Spy Intervention have a post-credit scene?

No. Spy Intervention has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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