The Accidental Spy
2001, Cantonese. Directed by Teddy Chen.
Ordinary Guy. Extraordinary Spy.
A fun-filled story about an ordinary guy about to kick into an action-packed adventure. Jackie Chan plays a bored and unsuccessful salesman who never thought his life would amount to anything. All that changes one day when he becomes an instant hero by foiling an attempted bank robbery.
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Cantonese
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.0/10 from 554 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Accidental Spy
The Accidental Spy is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- Teddy ChenDirector
- Jackie ChanBuck Yuan
- Eric Tsang Chi-waiMany Liu
- Vivian HsuYong
- Wu Hsing-guoMr. Zen / Lee Sang-Zen
- Kim MinCarmen Wong
- Alfred Cheung Kin-tingCheung the Lawyer
- Lillian Ho Ga-LaiCandice
- Cheung Tat-MingStan
- Poon Hang-SangRich Gym Customer
- Paulyn SunWife of Rich Gym Customer
- Vincent Kok Tak-chiuPorter in Freight Lift
- Teresa Ha PingCleaner in Freight Lift
Details
- Released
- 18 January 2001
- Original title
- 特務迷城
- Country
- Hong Kong, Turkey
- Written by
- Ivy Ho
- Budget
- $26M
- Box office
- $790K
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The Accidental Spy: quick answers
Is The Accidental Spy worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.0/10 from 554 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Accidental Spy?
The Accidental Spy runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
Does The Accidental Spy have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Accidental Spy. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Accidental Spy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Accidental Spy is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Accidental Spy on?
The Accidental Spy is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Accidental Spy?
If you liked The Accidental Spy, try Hostile Takeover, Contract Killer, Stretch.
Who directed The Accidental Spy?
The Accidental Spy (2001) was directed by Teddy Chen and stars Jackie Chan, Eric Tsang Chi-wai, Vivian Hsu.