Spy Kids Movies: Cortez Trilogy
The original Spy Kids trilogy follows Carmen and Juni Cortez as they evolve from ordinary children into capable young agents. These three films form a complete character arc, beginning with their shocking discovery that their parents are retired spies and culminating in a virtual reality adventure that brings together the entire extended spy family.
This watch order focuses exclusively on the Cortez family saga, offering the purest experience of Robert Rodriguez's original vision. The trilogy maintains consistent tone, character development, and world-building, making it great for viewers who want to experience the complete story of the franchise's original protagonists.
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Spy Kids
When their secret agent parents are forced out of retirement to investigate the disappearance of fellow spies, Carmen and Juni Cortez discover their seemingly boring mom and dad were once top international operatives. The kids must step up to help save the day when their parents get captured during the mission.
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Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams
Carmen and Juni Cortez return as Level 2 OSS agents on a mission to stop a mad scientist on a mysterious volcanic island filled with strange creatures. When their high-tech gadgets fail them, the young spies must rely on their wits and teamwork to save the world.
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Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over
Juni must enter a dangerous virtual reality game to rescue his sister Carmen from the Toymaker, a new villain who has trapped her in his digital world.
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Other Film Series
3 Ninjas
Family-friendly martial arts comedy series following three young brothers trained in ninjutsu by their grandfather as they use their skills in various summer adventures.
Home Alone
A series of holiday comedy films about kids left to defend their homes against bumbling criminals, beginning with Kevin McCallister's iconic adventures.
Jumanji
A magical adventure series about a supernatural board game that brings its jungle dangers into the real world.
Planes
Spin-off duology from the Cars universe following crop duster Dusty Crophopper's journey from aspiring racer to wildland firefighter.
St. Trinian's
A British comedy franchise about an anarchic girls' school, spanning from the 1950s-60s classics through a forgotten 1980 entry to a successful 2000s reboot series.
Toy Story
Pixar's groundbreaking animated franchise following the secret lives of toys and their adventures with their human owners.