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Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery 1997

“Debonair. Defiant. Defrosted.”

★ 6.6/10 · 3,838 votes PG-13 ComedyCrime Released
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What is Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery?

Austin Powers is a British superagent. He works as a spy at night, but his daytime occupation is not specified.

Type
Film
Year
1997
Status
Released
Runtime
89 minutes
Release date
May 2, 1997
Original language
EN
Origin
Germany, United States of America
Studios
New Line Cinema, Capella International, Moving Pictures
Budget
$16,500,000
Revenue
$67,711,748
Genres
Comedy, Crime
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Overview

Austin Powers is a British superagent. He works as a spy at night, but his daytime occupation is not specified. Powers is described as "shagadelic" and is associated with the "60s" era. Dr. Evil is a villain who has frozen himself and then thawed out. Dr. Evil's plan to freeze himself and unthaw in a different time period is not specified. Powers' mission is to stop Dr. Evil, but the details of their previous encounters are not mentioned. Powers is aided by a female sidekick named Vanessa Kensington.

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Should you watch it?

“A 60s‑style spy battles a frozen Dr. Evil after thawing in the 90s.”

Reasons to watch
  • Mike Myers leads with flamboyant comedy
  • Sharp parody of 60s spy films
Keep in mind
  • Brief 89‑minute runtime limits story depth

Watch it if you enjoy tongue‑in‑cheek spy spoofs and Mike Myers' over‑the‑top humor.

Its PG‑13 rating and slapstick style suit teen and adult viewers.

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Frequently asked questions

What genre does the film belong to?

It is a comedy film with crime elements.

Who directed Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery?

The film was directed by Jay Roach.

Who plays the title character?

Mike Myers portrays Austin Powers.

What is the film's MPAA rating?

It is rated PG‑13.

When was the film first released in the United States?

It was released on May 2, 1997.