Jessica Alba shows cool side in Spy Kids 4

Actress Jessica Alba, who is considered a sex symbol, is now showing off her cool side in her upcoming movie Spy Kids 4: All the Time in the World. The Hollywood star is playing a stepmother in the flick. The first trailer for Spy Kids 4 gives a sneak peek at Jessica as a retired-spy stepmother.

The story of Spy Kids 4: All the Time in the World is about mother Marissa Cortez Wilson, who is a retired spy and returns to her old profession in order to prevent a villain bent on stopping time. Actress Jessica Alba is playing Marissa, the stepmother of Rebecca and Cecil played by Rowan Blanchard and Mason Cook respectively.

The first trailer of Spy Kids 4, which has released online through MSN, focuses on the action and adventure of the family. The preview takes a look at Jessica Alba as a retired-spy stepmother. It also shares glimpses of Joel McHale and former Spy Kids, Alexa Vega and Daryl Sabara.

Spy Kids 4 has been written and directed by Robert Rodriguez. The movie also stars Rowan Blanchard, Mason Cook and Jeremy Piven in the leads. It will hit 3D and 2D theaters across the United States on August 19.