Review of Spies Like Us (1985) by Matt D — 18 Dec 2009

Awesome classic, one of my favorties growing up.

This review of Spies Like Us (1985) was written by Matt D on 18 Dec 2009.

Spies Like Us has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Jen M (690) on 02 May 2014

Awful Chevy Chase and Dan Aykroyd. Dont even think about watching it. For ages 8+…

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By Janet Maslin (949) for The New York Times (9,847) on 06 Jun 2017

There are seeds of something funny in the film's beginning and in its premise, but they are soon dissipated by so little sustained wit, and…

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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 Ian R (982) on 21 Apr 2014

Another 80's comedy that actually hold up rather well, as long as you are not expecting much…

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By Owen L (56) on 11 Aug 2016

The story isn't the best, but Spies Like Us is an entertaining film. Aren't movies for entertainment…

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By Stefan G (492) on 12 Nov 2015

I was hoping this would be somewhat decent, but it turns out the director is only occasionally good at what he does…

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By Grant S (1,780) on 12 May 2016

A bit hit-and-miss but works, mostly…

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By Jesse O (1,397) on 31 Jul 2016

Criminally underrated to this day as this movie was during the height of Chevy Chase's comedic powers…

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By Andrea Beach (97) for Common Sense Media (4,943) on 06 Feb 2018

Dated '80s comedy has strong language, few laughs…

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By Paul D (6,077) on 16 Feb 2014

A funny flick although a bit dated due to the content…

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