Adventure,Comedy,Crime,Science Fiction
United States of America
Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me is a 1999 spy comedy film directed by Jay Roach and the second installment in the Austin Powers series. The film was written by Mike Myers, who also stars as the titular character, as well as the villainous Dr. Evil. Heather Graham joins the cast as Felicity Shagwell, a CIA agent and Austin's new love interest.
In the film, Dr. Evil has stolen Austin's "mojo", a mystical source of his powers, leaving him impotent and vulnerable. With the help of Felicity, Austin travels back in time to 1969 to retrieve his mojo and stop Dr. Evil from using a stolen nuclear weapon to destroy the world. Along the way, he encounters a new group of colorful characters, including Fat Bastard, Mini-Me, and the notorious 1960s rock star, Goldmember.
The film is known for its hilarious pop culture references, witty dialogue, and over-the-top comedic performances from the cast. It received generally positive reviews from critics and was a commercial success, grossing over $312 million at the box office. The film's iconic soundtrack, featuring classic 1960s hits, also became a commercial success, selling over 3 million copies in the US alone.
