Spy Game (2001) movie poster

Spy Game (2001)

"It's not how you play the game. It's how the game plays you."
ThumbScore
👍 82%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 64% (RT: 64%, MC: 63) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Runtime
2h 6m
Country
France, Germany, Japan
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.9/10 (2,315 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
64%
Metacritic
63
Cast
Robert Redford as Nathan Muir
Brad Pitt as Tom Bishop
Catherine McCormack as Elizabeth Hadley
Stephen Dillane as Charles Harker
Larry Bryggman as Troy Folger
Marianne Jean-Baptiste as Gladys Jennip
Matthew Marsh as Dr. Byars
Todd Boyce as Robert Aiken
Most people think so. 82% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 2,315 votes. Critics gave it 64%.
Overview
On the day of his retirement, a veteran CIA agent learns that his former protégé has been arrested in China, is sentenced to die the next morning in Beijing, and that the CIA is considering letting that happen to avoid an international scandal. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Robert Redford spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated action films of 2001 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

Spy Game is a 2001 action, crime, thriller film directed by Tony Scott. On the day of his retirement, a veteran CIA agent learns that his former protégé has been arrested in China, is sentenced to die the next morning in Beijing, and that the CIA is considering letting that happen to avoid an international scandal. The film has been rated by 2,315 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a action film, Spy Game delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Spy Game (2001) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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