10 Best Teen Spy Movies Ranked According To Rotten Tomatoes

10 Best Teen Spy Movies, Ranked According To Rotten Tomatoes

There are plenty of teen spy movies out there, but from Alex Rider to Spy Kids which of them are the best?

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The King’s Man is heading to cinemas very soon, but the franchise previously pivoted on a teenage spy who was unknowingly thrown into the action. There are a range of spy films that feature younger protagonists in the heroic lead role, some of which are inspired by the likes of James Bond which has become so cemented in cinema.

These movies are some of the most enjoyable of the genre and have continued to resonate with audiences to this day. The films have been ranked using the Rotten Tomatoes scoring system; although for older films the assigned percentage doesn’t always match up to the enjoyment that the experience produces.

10 Alex Rider: Operation Stormbreaker (2006) 35%

The novels written by Anthony Horrowitz have continued to be the measuring stick to all other teen spy franchises. The hero Alex Rider has inspired so many, and while a TV show now proves his story is adaptable, Stormbreaker made a noble attempt at the material before Prime Video ever did.

The Alex Rider franchise features the titular teen getting thrown into the same line of work as his uncle. The movie attempted to bring the first installment to screen, and although it failed to perform critically and financially, the talented cast and stunning action sequences certainly left fans satisfied. This continues to be an underrated British classic in spite of its Rotten Tomatoes scores.

9 Agent Cody Banks (2003) 38%

Agent Cody Banks was an ongoing film series, but it was the original that still stands out amongst the rest. A bit of a cult hit, once again critically it has largely been panned, but there will be a generation of fans who have fond memories of Cody’s escapades.

Much like Alex Rider, Banks is brought into the espionage industry when they find themselves in need of young operatives. Working under an experienced mentor, twists and turns see this teenager in great danger, leading to a series of events that allow Cody to rip off some of the well-known traits of the genre. Audiences can definitely expect wacky gadgets here.

8 Spy Kids 3: Game Over (2003) 45%

The Spy Kids series finds a new audience with each passing generation. The films may be very much of their time, but the cartoonish action almost never seems to age. Spy Kids 3: Game Over is admittedly the worst of the franchise, as the Rotten Tomatoes score suggests.

It does have far more to offer, though, than the reviews hint at. The 3D elements, video game setting, and willingness to completely change the status quo are all unique features of the film. A diverse cast of characters brings new life to the series and it effectively wraps up the arc of the brother and sister duo, who started their journeys at such a young age.

7 Kingsman: The Golden Circle (2017) 51%

Kingsman: The Golden Circle left a lot to be desired in comparison to its predecessor, although it very much understood the assignment when working as another James Bond parody. The movie changed everything audiences had come to know about this universe, moving Eggsy away from England and having him join the American Statesman.

The villains were bland but the action was undeniable. The new characters were intriguing and Harry’s return, although a little underwhelming, was still exciting for those who loved Eggsy’s mentor. The modern Galahad demonstrated he had all the tools to move away from his teen spy moniker, into a fully-fledged member of the Kingsmen.

6 Spy Kids 2 (2002) 75%

Spy Kids 2 is a remarkable improvement on Spy Kids 3, taking the Cortez family to a mysterious island that is home to countless monsters. The zoo-based twist in the middle of the film adds much-needed layers to the piece, as the sibling duo comes to learn the truth of where they are trapped.

Just like the other films in the franchise, Spy Kids 2 is a lot of fun, thanks to the over-the-top performances and ridiculous costume and gadget designs. This is an experience the whole family can enjoy, as the teen heroes prove they don’t need their parents around to save the world.

5 Kingsman: The Secret Service (2014) 75%

Kingsman: The Secret Service helped to revolutionize the tired genre, adding thrills and color to an otherwise stale palette. The action was unlike anything that had been seen on screen for a while and the world-building was second to none.

Eggsy as the teenage point of view character made this espionage landscape accessible for newcomers, as he was guided on his path by Harry. There was an interesting sub-plot concerning the class dynamics within the industry, and a deliciously over-acted villain that became as memorable as the heroes.

4 22 Jump Street (2014) 84%

Although not technically featuring teenagers in the lead roles, 22 Jump Street saw Schmidt and Jenko go back undercover, this time at a college. The team had to try to fit in amongst the party and study culture that split up the institution.

There are very few sequels that are definitively better than the original and although Rotten Tomatoes has decreed 22 Jump Street to be the lesser of the two installments, there’s an argument to be made that this is funnier, features a smarter script, and contains more outrageous action sequences. This is one for teens to enjoy but definitely not younger viewers.

3 21 Jump Street (2012) 85%

21 Jump Street was a surprising delight when it was first released, reviving an old idea and giving it a fresh coat of paint, aided by the charisma of its leads. The concept of placing undercover cops within high school is hilarious, as the duo tries to blend amongst the teenagers.

It remains to this day one of the best comedies out there, with its action beats blending well into the humor of the piece. 21 Jump Street pays homage to the original TV show in shocking ways, but carves out its own path, launching a new franchise with relative ease.

2 Spy Kids (2001) 93%

The first Spy Kids isn’t just a sentimental favorite. It’s also definitively ranked amongst the many other teen spy films on Rotten Tomatoes. Perhaps it’s the charm of the production that won over critics or the whimsicality of the visual design of its wide range of characters.

There’s a perfect coming-of-age story at the center of Spy Kids as expected, but Juni and Carmen are genuinely compelling as they discover their heritage for the first time. Some might consider this to be a ‘so bad it’s good’ kind of project, but fans would defend it for its genuineness and enjoyable, completely out-there narrative.

1 Kim Possible (2019) 100%

It’s surprising that Rotten Tomatoes deemed Kim Possible at 100% considering it was definitely a project that most fans of the animated show were apprehensive about. It delivered on the laughs, the spectacle, and the homages to the TV series in a perfect balance of the old and new.

It’s a great portrayal of Kim Possible in the live-action format and it’s a shame that a bigger budget and larger scale couldn’t be applied to this childhood favorite for many. It doesn’t completely recycle the ideas of the original either; instead it adds its own point of view to Possible’s teen espionage missions.

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