Customer Ratings & Reviews

I saw this movie at the cinema with my older brother and enjoyed it. I guarantee that this film is packed with mighty action and active fun. However, the film does get a bit convoluted at times. Nevertheless, anyone who watched this film may have a good time as I did.

Wasn't sure if I wanted to buy this movie, but it was recommended by a friend. Was a fan of the series, and found this movies very entertaining.

Great little movie that fell between the cracks. For $6 its worth the purchase. Its definitely entertaining but not kid friendly.

2015 will go down in history as the year of the reboot. We have been treated to several franchises from yesteryear that were cleverly updated or re-imagined: "Mad Max: Fury Road," "Jurassic World," "Creed," and, of course, "Star Wars: The Force Awakens." One that might have slipped through the cracks happens to be one of the best: "The Man from UNCLE." This Guy Ritchie directed espionage thriller is less campy than you might expect, given Ritchie's pedigree and the 60s TV show that serves as the film's inspiration. It stars three very likable actors (Henry Cavill, Armie Hammer, and Alicia Vikander) in a story that is strictly retro: Cold War spy stuff in East Germany, with the security of the world at stake, of course. But it doesn't play with the material tongue firmly planted in cheek; instead, it serves up its plot twists fairly straight but with a huge dollop of style. Ritchie knows how to film movie stars and cut action scenes to maximum effect, and his work here is impressive. If you're looking for diversion until the release of "Spectre" on home video, try "UNCLE." You could do worse.

Saw this movie with no expectations and it was very enjoyable. If you like spy movies with action this one is great!

Such a fun movie and a good entry into Guy Ritchie's excellent directorial catalogue

I really enjoyed this movie, don't know what all the bad reviews were about!

I'm relieved to say it's a bit of a mixed bag. On the one hand, it didn't quite deliver what we were hoping for...but on the other hand, it was still a good movie in an of itself. Sometimes the background music overwhelmed the talking. Set against the backdrop of the early 1960s period of the Cold War, the film centers on two secret agents. An American by the name of Napoleon Solo, and a Russian by the name of Illya Kuryakin. When a mysterious international criminal organization is bent on creating their own nuclear weapon, and thus, destabilizing the fragile balance of power between the nations, Solo and Kuryakin are forced to team up to stop them. With the help of the daughter of a vanished German scientist, it's up to the pair to put aside their differences and prevent a worldwide catastrophe.

Good actors and a funny plot will keep you laughing and glued to the screen.

This movie is not bad and overlooked by everyone. Better than Bond movies.

Love his directing style and this one is one of his best i.m.o.

This is an excellent action movie from Guy Pierce which seems to have gone unappreciated. I love the look and feel of the film it has a distinct retro vibe and the clothing and set design is really top notch. I do find some of the dialogue to be a bit lacking at times and the characters can be a bit shallow however the overall quality of all the aspects of production raise the overall product to something better than a sappy spy thriller. Guy Pierce is more restrained in this than say the Sherlock Holmes series so if his style has bother you in the past try this, it is still distinctly a Pierce film but with some refinement.

I was a bit curious to see if this was going to be the usual remake and have a vague resemblance to the original TV show. Henry Cavill was the best Superman and I was wondering how he would take on the role of Napoleon Solo. Not bad. He didn't disappoint. I wasn't expecting a clone of Robert Vaughn. Actors must play their roles in their own way. It's the personification of the secret agent the must be achieved. Cool under pressure and able to get the job done. Good action movie.

If anyone has seen the original show that aired in the 60's should be pleased with this reboot. I personally enjoyed this movie and hope there will be future installments. The movie a completely stylized to take you back to the 1960's and re-enjoy the fashions and cavalier attitudes. Henry Cavill is completely immersed in his role and plays it to a "T". Armine Hammer and Alicia Vikander are a joy to watch and their clumsy chemistry just seems to work onscreen. If you've seen the original or never even heard of the show, you'll enjoy this movie especially if you love the spy genre.

Saw the trailer but I wasn't familiar with the television show therefore I wasn't sure I would like this. Since I initially caught it on rental, I gave it a chance and I enjoyed it. Seeing the different dynamics of Henry Cavill's and Armie Hammer's characters were enjoyable. I really didn't expect the connection b/t Hammer's character and Alicia Vikander's character. There's a scene I call the love or like/hate scene that I really enjoyed between them and that was good enough for me to buy the film. Definitely give it a chance. Did I mention that the fashion style is also great!

I really enjoyed the TV series. I appreciate the fact that the movie is set during that historic period instead of moving it into modern day. Since the series never explained how they came together, this is a plausible back-story. . . the only problem with this direction was the ending reflecting a four-person operation instead of a large international force. Truly T.H.R.U.S.H. like villainess. Not too sure about the casting Superman and the Lone Ranger, but it was a fun movie.

I remember watching the TV show in the 'sixties (it started out in black and white - anyone else remember that?) and enjoyed it. But, they never really explored how Solo and Kuryakin first met... If you remember the 'sixties glamour and glitz, this is a fun movie - Guy Ritchie did a good job with the script he was given, and the leading men (Cavill and Hammer) played the characters well. If they create a sequel that's a little tighter, it could be another franchise...

Spouse wanted me to repurchase this due to he wasn't aware that I had returned the first copy @ movies release date. I rented the DVD the same day I bought it so that I may see if it was good. However, it was late when we watched it initially and the parts I did see I didn't think I really got into it. But I have to say, after a good nights rest,weeks later and re watching it I gained a new insight. I was impressed.

A very good spy film that harkens back to old school espionage films from the 60s and 70s. Performances are very nuanced, especially from Alicia Vikander, who wowed in 2015's Ex Machina. The only downside, at least from my perspective, is that the digital copy only corresponds to Ultraviolet, and many Blu-ray/DVD combos include an iTunes compatible code. All in all, though, I am very satisfied with my purchase.

While lacking in a truly intimidating villain and any of Guy Ritchie's signature visual stylings while also slightly thin on action, The Man From UNCLE succeeds largely on the chemistry of its three leads, with Henry Cavill and Armie Hammer matching testosterone with Alicia Vikander more than capably bouncing between them. Surprisingly Tarantino-ish in its pacing, dialogue, and use of stylized fonts in its subtitles.