Review of Spies Like Us (1985) by André Ø — 06 Aug 2008

Review will be written when/if re-watched (Probability: Zero).

First viewing: 20.02.2001.

This review of Spies Like Us (1985) was written by André Ø on 06 Aug 2008.

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 Mike B (1,929) on 13 Jun 2015

This is a classic movie from the 80s. I Love It…

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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 Paul D (6,077) on 16 Feb 2014

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By Trevor N (41) on 23 Sep 2012

Chevy Chase is a favorite anyway...and Dan Aykroyd is just crazy…

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By Movie K (430) on 06 Jun 2016

Easily one of the funniest movies I've ever seen, the laughs never stop…

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By Dylan P (378) on 06 May 2012

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

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By Will L (551) on 06 May 2013

While it certainly lacks the discipline of Landis' previous comedies, the humor and social satire are still up to snuff…

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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 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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