Spy Kids

Screening as part of the 2026 KidFest Summer Film Series.

25th Anniversary! Free for kids 12 & under!

Released in 2001, Spy Kids launched one of the most beloved family franchises of the early 2000s and showcased director Robert Rodriguez’s ability to blend wildly imaginative, all-ages entertainment with the inventive filmmaking style that had already made him a cult favorite. Crafted in the wake of Rodriguez’s hard-edged hits, Spy Kids blended James Bond-style gadgetry, cartoon energy, and heartfelt family dynamics into a fast-paced adventure that became an instant favorite for a generation of moviegoers.

The film follows siblings Carmen and Juni Cortez, played by Alexa PenaVega and Daryl Sabara, who discover that their seemingly ordinary parents are actually retired secret agents. When their mom and dad (portrayed by Antonio Banderas and Carla Gugino) are kidnapped by an eccentric villain (Tony Shalhoub) plotting world domination through an army of robotic children, the kids must step into the spy world themselves to save the day.

Featuring a colorful supporting cast that includes Alan Cumming, Cheech Marin, Teri Hatcher, and Danny Trejo in his first appearance as the legendary “Machete”, the film became an unexpected box office smash and launched a franchise of sequels and spin-offs. Join us in celebrating the 25th anniversary of this inventive, action-packed family film.

_{2001, 88 minutes, USA, In English and Spanish with English Subtitles, directed by Robert Rodriguez, Rated PG}