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The Spy Next Door (2010)

“Part spy. Part babysitter. All hero.”

5.9/10 · 1,452 votes 1h 34m pg ActionComedyFamily

#207 of 247 films from 2010 #1830 of 2168 in action

Directed by Brian Levant · Written by Gregory Poirier, Jonathan Bernstein, James Greer

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Overview

Former CIA spy Bob Ho takes on his toughest assignment to date: looking after his girlfriend's three kids, who haven't exactly warmed to their mom's beau. And when one of the youngsters accidentally downloads a top-secret formula, Bob's longtime nemesis, a Russian terrorist, pays a visit to the family.

Cast

Jackie Chanas Bob Ho
Amber Vallettaas Gillian
Madeline Carrollas Farren
Alina Foleyas Nora
Billy Ray Cyrusas Colton James
Magnús Schevingas Poldark
George Lópezas Glaze
Katherine Boecheras Creel
Will Shadleyas Ian
Lucas Tillas Larry
Mia Stallardas Cute Girl
Maverick McWilliamsas Chad
Quinn Masonas Carl
Margaret Murphyas Mom

Facts

Release dateJanuary 15, 2010
Runtime94 min (1h 34m) — about the same as the 2010 average of 104 min
GenresAction, Comedy, Family
LanguageEN
Budget$28,000,000
Box office$66,166,000 (2.4× budget)
IMDbtt1273678

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Questions

How long is The Spy Next Door?
The Spy Next Door runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Is The Spy Next Door worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.9/10 across 1,452 votes, which places it #207 of 247 films released in 2010 in this index (top 17%) and #1830 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed The Spy Next Door?
The Spy Next Door was directed by Brian Levant. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Scooby-Doo! The Mystery Begins (2009), Scooby-Doo! Curse of the Lake Monster (2010), Jingle All the Way (1996).
Who stars in The Spy Next Door?
Jackie Chan as Bob Ho; Amber Valletta as Gillian; Madeline Carroll as Farren; Alina Foley as Nora; Billy Ray Cyrus as Colton James; Magnús Scheving as Poldark.
What is The Spy Next Door rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Spy Next Door?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/31127.

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