---
title: "Spy"
year: 2015
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/spy-2015"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 238713
imdb_id: "tt3079380"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 120
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 6447
content_rating: "R"
---

# Spy (2015) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/spy-2015

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film Spy is a cinematic production that involves a character working for the CIA. A desk-bound CIA analyst is the main character in this story. This character volunteers to go undercover, which means they will be taking on a different identity in order to gather information. The purpose of this undercover operation is to infiltrate the world of a particular individual who deals in arms. This arms dealer is described as deadly, implying that they pose a significant threat. The CIA analyst's mission is to prevent a global disaster, which suggests that the stakes are very high and the consequences of failure could be severe. The story follows the analyst's efforts to complete this mission and prevent disaster from occurring. The film's plot is centered around this central conflict and the character's attempts to navigate their new undercover role.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A CIA analyst leaves the desk to go deep undercover against a deadly arms dealer."

### Why Watch
- High‑stakes espionage plot
- Undercover infiltration narrative
- Global disaster prevention theme

### Caveats & Content Note
- Focuses on mission over character depth
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for viewers comfortable with intense espionage themes and violence.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: spy, action, thriller

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | fuboTV, Starz Apple TV Channel | FXNow | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Disney Plus, Stan | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Paul Feig
- **Networks / Studios**: Chernin Entertainment, Feigco Entertainment, TSG Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Melissa McCarthy** as *Susan Cooper*
- **Rose Byrne** as *Raina Boyanov*
- **Jason Statham** as *Rick Ford*
- **Jude Law** as *Bradley Fine*
- **Miranda Hart** as *Nancy B. Artingstall*
- **Allison Janney** as *Elaine Crocker*
- **Bobby Cannavale** as *Sergio De Luca*
- **Peter Serafinowicz** as *Aldo*
- **Morena Baccarin** as *Karen Walker*
- **Raad Rawi** as *Tihomir Boyanov*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the protagonist’s job?
The main character is a CIA analyst who volunteers for undercover work.

### Q: What is the main objective?
The analyst aims to infiltrate a deadly arms dealer and stop a global disaster.

### Q: Is the setting contemporary?
The story is set in a modern context involving current intelligence operations.

### Q: Does the film contain action?
Yes, it features undercover operations and confrontations with an arms dealer.

### Q: Is there violent content?
The film includes intense spy action, so some violent scenes are present.

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*