The Spy Next Door (2010) Review in 2025
The Spy Next Door is a family-friendly comedy film about a former CIA agent who becomes a suburban dad, but his spy skills are put to the test when his kids get into trouble.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
This movie is suitable for families with kids, but parents might find it a bit cheesy and predictable.
CineReview Recommendation
This movie is worth watching if you're a fan of Jackie Chan or family-friendly comedies, but it's not a must-see.
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The movie follows Bob Ho (Jackie Chan), a retired CIA agent who is trying to balance his life as a suburban dad with his former spy skills. When his kids get into trouble, Bob must use his skills to save the day, but things get complicated when his ex-girlfriend (Amber Valletta) and her new boyfriend (Willie Garson) get involved.
Review Details
story7.00/10
The story is predictable and cheesy, but it's fun to watch Jackie Chan's antics as a suburban dad.
acting8.00/10
The acting is good, especially Jackie Chan, who carries the movie with his charm and humor.
characters8.00/10
The characters are well-developed, especially Jackie Chan's character, who is both funny and relatable.
direction6.00/10
The direction is straightforward and lacks any real surprises, but it gets the job done.
cinematography5.00/10
The cinematography is average and doesn't add anything special to the movie.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Jackie Chan's charm and humor, fun action sequences, and a lighthearted storyline.
Cons
Predictable story, average direction, and lackluster cinematography.
Notable Quotes
"I'm a spy, and I'm a dad, and I'm a spy-dad!"
"I'm not a spy, I'm a dad!"
"You're not a spy, you're a dad!"
