Review of Spies Like Us (1985) by Dylan P — 06 May 2012

Good old retro comedy that is starting to show its age somewhat...

This review of Spies Like Us (1985) was written by Dylan P on 06 May 2012.

Spies Like Us has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Ryan W (1,236) on 24 Dec 2014

Dumb funny that has plenty of plot holes, but solid performances from Chevy Chase and Dan Aykroyd more than make up for it. Grade = 6/10…

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By Alexander P (1,095) on 03 Apr 2012

Dated comedy was probably fun back in the day. Chase and Akroyd work well together but the jokes are so bad and the plot see-through…

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By Tim S (2,419) on 20 Mar 2014

Spies Like Us isn't remembered as one of the finest SNL offspring movies by any means…

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By Scott A (1,031) on 10 Mar 2013

Whist this isn't the best showcase of what filmmaker John Landis has to offer audiences, 'Spies Like Us' is a reasonably entertaining piece,…

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By Denise A (572) on 17 Jul 2012

Spies like no one else…

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By Paul S (1,717) on 21 Apr 2012

Decent enough comedy, all the scenes were deifnatly set up for the laughs which there were some good ones…

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By Dave D (315) on 07 Apr 2012

A good movie - just know that it's 80's cheese with a cast to go with it. :)…

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By Brendan N (1,490) on 19 Aug 2016

I enjoyed the film for what it was and considering the talent it should have been a much better film…

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By Dion D (62) on 09 Jan 2016

A little frayed around the edges as time takes its toll but enough charm and fun from Chevy Chase to save this…

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By Hazmatt009 (1) on 30 Jan 2021

Spies Like Us is a great comedy homage to Hope & Crosby without the musical numbers…

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