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Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me

1999

When diabolical genius Dr. Evil travels back in time to steal superspy Austin Powers's ‘mojo,’ Austin must return to the swingin' '60s himself - with the help of American agent, Felicity Shagwell - to stop the dastardly plan. Once there, Austin faces off against Dr. Evil's army of minions to try to save the world in his own unbelievably groovy way.

Ages 15+Source checked

Why this age? PG-13 comedy contains pervasive sexual references, crude sexual situations, innuendo, adult themes, comic violence, peril, and some frightening threats. The material is deliberately broad and parody-based but not suited to younger children. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age15+

Strongest cautions

  • Sexual content & nudity5/5
  • Romance3/5
  • Strong language3/5

Strongest positives

  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Courage & resilience2/5
  • Positive messages2/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising2/5
Why this rating?

Some product placement consistent with era-specific parodies (e.g., Volkswagen).

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

Characters are depicted in dangerous situations, but the tone is farcical.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Minimal; comic focus on bodily functions and gross-out humor rather than graphic injury.

Strong language3/5
Why this rating?

Frequent usage of crude language, mild profanity, and sexual slang.

Romance3/5
Why this rating?

Romantic themes and sexual pursuit are central to the plot and the protagonist's motivation.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

There are assassination attempts, poison gas, space peril, a deadly laser threat and dangerous escapes, but the exaggerated parody makes these more comic than frightening.

Sexual content & nudity5/5
Why this rating?

Sexual content is central: the title, libido-based plot, frequent innuendo, sexual propositions, implied sex, and crude sexual jokes are pervasive.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Frequent exaggerated spy peril, assassination attempts, fights, shootings or laser threats, falls, and slapstick combat; violence is largely comic and fantastical.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience2/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist faces dangerous antagonists, albeit with a focus on humor.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Time travel, comic inventions, a moon base, a giant laser, clones, and inventive problem-solving strongly fuel the film's imaginative premise.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

Limited in terms of meaningful representation, relying mostly on 1960s tropes.

Kindness & empathy1/5
Why this rating?

Characters display loyalty to one another, but often in a context of self-interest or comedy.

Positive messages2/5
Why this rating?

The story favors loyalty, teamwork, persistence, and protecting others, but these messages are secondary to parody, sexual humor, and comic spectacle.

Good role models1/5
Why this rating?

The characters are intentionally absurd archetypes and not intended as realistic moral role models.

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