My Spy (2020)

A CIA operative, JJ, is demoted and assigned to surveil a family undercover but finds himself at the mercy of a precocious 9-year-old girl named Sophie. When Sophie discovers hidden surveillance cameras in her home, she confronts JJ, leading to a unique bond where he teaches her spycraft while grappling with her sharp wit and charm.

You can watch “My Spy” on Prime Video in Canada.

Length: 1h 39m
Genre: Action, Comedy
This Title is: Family-friendly with comedic and action-packed scenes

Cast

Dave Bautista, Chloe Coleman, Kristen Schaal, Parisa Fitz-Henley, Ken Jeong

Parental Guidance

Maturity Rating: PG-13 – Contains action violence, moderate language, and some thematic elements

Trivia

• The film was originally set for an earlier release but was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to its distribution by Amazon Studios and release on Prime Video on June 26, 2020.
• Principal photography took place in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, with significant scenes shot at Mel Lastman Square and Markham Airport.
• The movie was one of the top three most-watched straight-to-streaming titles of 2020 up to November.

Trailer

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My Spy blends family comedy with action elements, centered on the unlikely duo of a tough spy and a sharp-witted girl. Despite its formulaic approach, the film offers fun interactions and mild suspense suited for family viewing, though it might not fully satisfy adult audiences or those seeking a deeply immersive spy narrative.