"Austin Powers" is a comedy film series created by Mike Myers, who stars as the titular character, a British spy from the 1960s. The first film, "Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery," was released in 1997 and parodies the spy genre, particularly the James Bond films. The series is known for its humorous take on the cultural differences between the 1960s and the 1990s, featuring outrageous characters and memorable catchphrases. The films follow Austin Powers as he battles his arch-nemesis, Dr. Evil, also played by Mike Myers. The series includes three main films: "International Man of Mystery," "Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me," and "Austin Powers in Goldmember." The