Spy Kids: Armageddon is a comedy adventure film directed by Robert Rodriguez, who co-wrote the film with Racer Max. The Netflix original film is the fifth installment in the Spy Kids franchise and it also serves as a reboot of the franchise with a whole new cast including Zachary Levi, Gina Rodriguez, Everly Carganilla, and Connor Esterson. The film follows the Tango-Torrez siblings, children of the world’s greatest spies. When they unwittingly help a game developer in unleashing a dangerous virus that lets him control all of the technology. To save their parents and the world they must also become spies. So, if you loved Spy Kids: Armageddon here are some similar movies you could check out next.
Secret Headquarters (Rent on Prime Video)
Synopsis: While hanging out after school, Charlie and his friends discover the headquarters of the world’s most powerful superhero hidden beneath his home. When villains attack, they must team up to defend the headquarters and save the world.
Agent Cody Banks (Max & Prime Video Add-On)
Synopsis: High-school student Cody Banks (Frankie Muniz) wants nothing more than what every other teen wants: to survive the banality of adolescence and become an adult. But Banks is no ordinary teen; he’s a CIA agent. And, when he’s not doing his homework, Banks is on the case, spying on fellow student Natalie Connors (Hilary Duff) in order to get close to her father (Martin Donovan), a scientist who has invented killer nanobots designed to bring down the country.
Harriet the Spy (Max & Prime Video Add-On)
Synopsis: The first feature film from the Nickelodeon cable channel, Harriet the Spy is an updated version of Louise Fitzhugh’s best-selling 1964 children’s novel. Sixth grade outcast Harriet (Michelle Trachtenberg) is an only child who has mostly been raised by her nanny, Golly (Rosie O’Donnell), rather than her materialistic parents. Harriet wants to be a writer when she grows up, and only Golly encourages her creative pursuits. Meanwhile, Harriet dons a yellow raincoat and a belt full of gadgets to spy on everyone around her, including her eccentric neighbor with a lot of cats and the other kids at school. Carefully taking notes in her private notebook, Harriet makes clever and cruel observations about her subjects, including her best friends, would-be scientist Janie (Vanessa Lee Chester) and overburdened Sport (Gregory Smith). Harriet’s world begins to change when Golly leaves, signaling that it is time for her to grow up. Then a snobby girl a school, Marion, gets her hands on Harriet’s special notebook and makes its contents known to the whole school. Soon everyone is against Harriet, and she must concoct a plan to get even.
Stormbreaker (Prime Video, Pluto TV & Tubi)
Synopsis: Alex Rider is a normal teenager who lives with his uncle, a nondescript bank manager… or so it seems until his uncle—Ian Rider—disappears under mysterious circumstances. Alex soon learns that his uncle was a spy for Britain’s secret intelligence service MI6. Recruited by Mr. Blunt and Mrs. Jones of Special Operations, Alex discovers that by encouraging his hobbies, Uncle Ian had actually prepared him for a career in espionage. With Alex’s skills in languages, scuba diving, mountaineering and martial arts, he has all the attributes of a perfect spy. His age not withstanding, Alex endures two weeks of MI6 training. Then, armed with special gadgets to help him, he embarks on his first mission.
My Spy (Prime Video & Hulu Add-On)
Synopsis: MY SPY follows JJ a hardened CIA operative (Dave Bautista) who has been demoted and finds himself at the mercy of a precocious 9-year-old girl, named Sophie (Chloe Coleman) where he has been sent undercover begrudgingly to surveil her family. When Sophie discovers hidden cameras in her apartment she uses her tech savviness to locate where the surveillance operation is set. In exchange for not blowing JJ’s cover Sophie convinces him to spend time with her and teach her to be a spy. Despite his reluctance JJ finds he is no match for Sophie’s disarming charm and wit.
Sky High (Disney+ & Rent on Prime Video)
Synopsis: A super adventure of heroic proportions, this crowd-pleasing hit from Walt Disney Pictures stars Hollywood favorites Kurt Russell and Kelly Preston! The son of legendary heroes Commander (Russell) and Jetstream (Preston), young Will Stronghold carries huge expectations as he enters a high-tech high school known for molding the heroes of tomorrow. With no apparent superpowers of his own, however, Will seems destined to grow up a mere sidekick. But as he discovers his true strengths, he’ll also learn that it takes loyalty and teamwork to truly become a hero!
We Can Be Heroes (Netflix)
Synopsis: When alien invaders kidnap Earth’s superheroes, their children must team up and learn to work together if they want to save their parents and the world.
Secret Society of Second-Born Royals (Disney+)
Synopsis: “Secret Society of Second-Born Royals” follows Sam, a teenage royal rebel second in line to the throne of the kingdom of Illyria. Just as Sam’s disinterest in the royal way of life is at an all-time high, she discovers she has super-human abilities and is invited to join a secret society of similar extraordinary second-born royals charged with keeping the world safe. With guidance from their Secret Society instructor James, Sam and a new class of royal recruits must first learn to harness their new powers at a top-secret training camp before they can save the world.
Artemis Fowl (Not Available for Streaming)
Synopsis: Disney’s “Artemis Fowl,” based on the beloved book by Eoin Colfer, is a fantastical, spellbinding adventure that follows the journey of 12-year-old genius Artemis Fowl, a descendant of a long line of criminal masterminds, as he desperately tries to save his father who has been kidnapped. In order to pay his ransom, Artemis must infiltrate an ancient, underground civilization—the amazingly advanced world of fairies—and bring the kidnapper the Aculos, the fairies’ most powerful and coveted magical device. To locate the elusive object, cunning Artemis concocts a dangerous plan—so dangerous that he ultimately finds himself in a perilous war of wits with the all-powerful fairies.
Spy Kids (Paramount+ & Prime Video Add-On)
Synopsis: Bursting with an awesome array of ultracool, high-tech gadgetry, SPY KIDS delivers enough thrilling entertainment to satisfy the entire family! Nine years ago, top international spies Gregorio and Ingrid Cortez (Antonio Banderas and Carla Gugino) traded the excitement of espionage for the adventure of parenthood! But when they’re called out on a secret mission, the Cortezes are separated from their family and kidnapped by the evil Fegan Floop. Fortunately, there are two people who possess the skills and know-how to reunite the family: Carmen and Juni Cortez, their kids! Your family will love every fun-filled second as Carmen and Juni bravely crisscross the globe in a thrilling quest to save their parents. All the while, they discover that keeping the family together is the most important mission in the world for kids and parents alike.
