The movie begins with British spy Austin Powers (played by Mike Myers) traveling back to 1975 to rescue his father, Nigel Powers (played by Michael Caine), from the clutches of the villainous Goldmember (also played by Mike Myers). During the rescue mission, Austin learns that Goldmember has teamed up with his arch-nemesis, Dr. Evil (also played by Mike Myers), to hatch a diabolical plan to take over the world.
Back in the present day, Dr. Evil and his minions launch their scheme, which involves a giant tractor beam aimed at pulling a golden meteor into the Earth to flood the world’s cities. Meanwhile, Austin teams up with his old flame, Foxxy Cleopatra (played by Beyoncé Knowles), and his sidekick, Mini-Me (played by Verne Troyer), to stop Dr. Evil and Goldmember’s evil plot.
As they investigate, Austin and Foxxy discover that Goldmember plans to turn the world’s population into gold using a device called the “Tractor Beam,” with Dr. Evil’s help. Along the way, they encounter a series of colorful characters, including Fat Bastard (played by Mike Myers), a Scottish henchman working for Dr. Evil, and Number 2 (played by Robert Wagner), Dr. Evil’s loyal assistant.
The chase takes Austin and his team to various exotic locations, including Tokyo, Las Vegas, and Amsterdam, where they face off against Dr. Evil’s minions and attempt to thwart his evil plans. Along the way, Austin must also confront his personal demons and come to terms with his complicated family history.
In a climactic showdown, Austin and Dr. Evil face off aboard a submarine, where they engage in a fierce battle for control of the Tractor Beam. With the help of his friends and allies, including his father Nigel, Austin manages to defeat Dr. Evil and Goldmember and save the world from destruction.
In the end, Austin and Foxxy celebrate their victory and share a romantic moment together. The movie concludes with a star-studded musical performance featuring the characters from the film, bringing the “Austin Powers” trilogy to a fittingly groovy conclusion.
“Austin Powers in Goldmember” is praised for its irreverent humor, catchy music, and over-the-top performances by Mike Myers and the rest of the cast. It remains a beloved cult classic and a favorite among fans of the spy spoof genre.