Charlie's Angels

A 2000 American action comedy film serving as a continuation of the television series of the same name. Directed by McG and written by Ryan Rowe, Ed Solomon, and John August, the film centers on three women detectives: Natalie Cook (Cameron Diaz), Dylan Sanders (Drew Barrymore), and Alex Munday (Lucy Liu), working for a private detective agency under the mysterious Charlie, whose voice is provided by John Forsythe. They are tasked with investigating the kidnapping of Eric Knox (Sam Rockwell), a brilliant software developer who has created a revolutionary voice-recognition system. Suspicion falls on Roger Corwin (Tim Curry), head of the communications-satellite company Redstar. During their investigation, the Angels encounter the enigmatic assassin known as the Thin Man (Crispin Glover) and Knox's partner, Vivian Wood (Kelly Lynch). As events unfold, it is revealed that Knox orchestrated his own kidnapping to gain access to Redstar's satellite network, seeking revenge against Charlie, whom he blames for his father's death during the Vietnam War. Utilizing their combat skills, disguises, and technical gadgets, the Angels confront Knox and his accomplices, thwarting their plans. The film blends dynamic action sequences, humor, and elements of spy thriller, paying homage to the original series while incorporating modern touches and a more comedic tone. It received mixed reviews from critics but achieved commercial success, grossing over $264 million worldwide against a budget of $93 million.