Facts About James Bond – 007

Facts About James Bond Movies & The Actors

We have put together some interesting facts about James Bond as well as details of the films, the roles, locations, and much more. Which actor played the best starring role? Who played the villains?

The Bond Movies.

Dr No.

In the debut of the iconic James Bond series, Agent 007 goes toe-to-toe with Dr. No, a malevolent scientist hell-bent on toppling the U.S. space program. With imminent destruction looming, Bond must journey to Jamaica in order to face off against his powerful adversary at his sprawling island fortress. In this perilous mission, Bond is also aided by the captivating Honey Ryder.

From Russia with Love:

In the second Bond installment, “From Russia with Love,” 007 undertakes a daring mission to Turkey to meet a beautiful woman who has apparently fallen head-over-heels in love with his photograph. She offers him a top-secret translating device if he will agree to accompany her — not realizing that she is merely a pawn of Rosa Klebb, a former KGB agent officially working for SPECTRE.

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Goldfinger:

In his third cinematic outing, the legendary Sean Connery plays 007 against a sinister international gold smuggler. Set with a dangerous goal of contaminating Fort Knox using an atomic bomb, Bond must outwit and outmaneuver this nefarious enemy.  The famous scenes with the special hat with actor Harold Sakata, who played the iconic villain Oddjob. He was employed by Bond’s nemesis, Auric Goldfinger as a personal bodyguard and henchman. Oddjob was memorable for his dangerous hat, which he would throw at enemies with deadly accuracy.

 

Thunderball:

In the thrilling fourth installment of the James Bond franchise, Thunderball, Agent 007 is pitted against the nefarious SPECTRE organization. This international criminal consortium has hijacked a NATO plane carrying two atomic warheads and is holding the world hostage. It’s up to Bond to follow the trail to Nassau and take on Emilio Largo, a high-ranking agent of SPECTRE, in an epic battle that involves jet-packing across the island, battling killer sharks, and an underwater clash with deadly consequences.

You Only Live Twice:

In James Bond – You Only Live Twice, Agent 007 is tasked with saving the world from global warfare. After a rocketship seizes manned space missions, suspicion and tensions between superpowers run high. In order to stop the true mastermind behind this threat – Ernst Stavro Blofeld of the SPECTRE organization – Bond must join forces with Kissy Suzuki and a legion of Ninja warriors in an epic raid on Blofeld’s hidden headquarters located in an inactive volcano. It’s up to them to prevent a calamitous world war through a daring mission that puts their lives at stake.

 

On Her Majesty’s Secret Service:

In the sixth installment of the James Bond franchise, On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, Agent 007 goes to Portugal in search of Ernst Stavro Blofeld, head of SPECTRE. With the help of Draco, a crime boss, Bond follows the trail to Switzerland and is plunged into a world of seduction and dangerous secrets. Along the way, he meets Draco’s beautiful daughter Tracy and they form an unexpected connection. But his mission remains urgent as Blofeld has hatched a plan to unleash horrific germ warfare weaponry onto the world that would endanger every living thing on earth.

 

Diamonds Are Forever:

In Diamonds Are Forever, Sean Connery takes on the role of Agent 007 in pursuit of a diamond smuggler. This high-stakes adventure leads Bond across continents, as he travels from Amsterdam to Los Angeles and reaches its exciting climax in the dazzling city of Las Vegas. With every thrilling moment, Bond is left guessing what will come next as he strives to outwit the criminal mastermind that threatens global security.

 

Live and Let Die:

In Live and Let Die, James Bond faces a sinister enemy out to make the world their own. From the buzz of New York City to the murky depths of Louisiana’s bayou country, Agent 007 is on a mission to stop a drug lord determined to take over the globe. With adrenaline-pumping action and wry humor throughout, this film shows how it takes more than sheer strength to succeed against evil forces.

 

The Man with the Golden Gun:

007 must stop the mysterious Francisco Scaramanga from getting his hands on the Solex Agitator, a device that could potentially wreak havoc around the world. With allies from Mary Goodnight to Nick Nack, James Bond dives into an adrenaline-fueled mission of danger and intrigue. He faces boat chases, car crashes, and a thrilling martial arts showdown in order to stop Scaramanga’s diabolical plan. Through it all, 007 races against time—and his own mortality—to put an end to the villain’s devious schemes by unraveling the mystery behind the golden gun.
The Man with the Golden Gun was filmed in various locations around the world, including Thailand, Hong Kong, Macau and the United Kingdom. Scenes were shot on location at Chiang Mai in northern Thailand; Elstree Studios in England; Blaen-y-Glyn Quarry in Wales; Hong Kong’s Kowloon Peninsula; Kuang Si Falls in Laos; and a number of other places.

 

The Spy Who Loved Me:

The Spy Who Loved Me is an action-packed espionage romp starring Roger Moore as James Bond (Agent 007). In this classic entry in the iconic franchise, Bond unites with Soviet agent Triple-X to take on his arch nemesis, Karl Stromberg. Together, the two must prevent Stromberg from achieving his diabolical plan of total global destruction. Along the way, they face murders and machinations that would challenge even the most experienced of spies – including a menacing 315-pound villain called “Jaws” whose metal teeth can cut through practically anything. As the stakes grow ever higher, it’s up to Bond and Triple-X to risk life and limb to save humanity.

 

Moonraker:

In Moonraker, James Bond (Agent 007) is the only one who can find the evil genius responsible for the midair abduction of a U.S. space shuttle. When Bond discovers that billionaire Hugo Drax is behind the scheme, he must race against time to put an end to Drax’s master plan of destroying all human life on earth. To do so, Bond teams up with Dr. Holly Goodhead, a brilliant and beautiful NASA scientist, as they battle their way through obstacles and enemies alike in order to foil Drax’s fiendish plot. Along the way, they face Jaws – a steel-toothed giant who has been sworn by Drax to carry out his nefarious plans – before finally arriving at a colossal orbiting space station for an ultimate showdown between good and evil that will determine the fate of mankind.

For Your Eyes Only:

In the thrilling James Bond adventure For Your Eyes Only, Agent 007 must locate a weapons system known as ATAC, which has been sunk to the depths of the Ionian Sea after being stolen by his nemesis Kristatos. With the help of Melina, the daughter of a scientist who was murdered by Kristatos, Bond embarks on a daring mission to recover ATAC before it is used for nefarious means. Along the way, he is aided by familiar faces such as Blofeld, Moneypenny and Q – adding to the film’s excitement from start to finish. The action reaches a climax with an exhilarating ski chase scene that sets the bar for future Bond films. Who will prevail in this ultimate battle between good and evil?

Octopussy:

In the thrilling James Bond adventure Octopussy, Agent 007 must locate and stop a group of villains who are plotting to ignite World War III. His search leads him to the beautiful and mysterious Octopussy, whose circus company features a bevy of gorgeous, athletic women. As Bond investigates further, he discovers that Kamal Khan is working with a mad Russian officer to set off this international disaster – meaning that only Bond can stop them from achieving their horrendous goal. Along the way, Bond gets involved in an array of epic action sequences such as a chase through India’s bustling streets and a knife fight on an airplane wing – all culminating in a high-stakes battle against evil that could determine the fate of the world.

 

A View to a Kill:

In the legendary James Bond adventure A View to a Kill, Agent 007 must stop Max Zorin – a diabolical genius who has devised an evil plan to corner the world’s microchip market. Before this can be done, Bond must confront May Day – Zorin’s beautiful yet deadly accomplice. With help from the lovely Stacey, Bond embarks on a mission of unparalleled danger and excitement, culminating in an epic showdown on the Golden Gate Bridge with his enemy and her henchman. It’s up to Bond to stop Zorin before his deadly scheme is carried out – but with May Day standing in his way, it won’t be easy! Can Bond save the day? You’ll have to watch and find out.

 

The Living Daylights:

In the thrilling James Bond adventure The Living Daylights, Agent 007 must rescue Russian officer Georgi Koskov from an evil organization that has abducted him. But as Bond delves deeper, he discovers an even bigger threat – a complex weapons scheme with global implications. With the help of the stunning Kara, Bond embarks on an action-packed journey across continents and deserts, where they face off against powerful tanks, airplanes, and horseback-riding freedom fighters in order to save the world from certain doom. Will Bond succeed? You’ll have to watch and find out!

Licence to Kill:

In Licence to Kill, James Bond embarks on a mission for personal revenge unlike any he’s had before. With a lethal combination of urgency, charm and determination, Timothy Dalton brings the iconic 007 to life in this thrilling adventure full of excitement and danger. Will James be able to exact his revenge? You’ll have to watch and find out!

GoldenEye:

In GoldenEye, Pierce Brosnan brings the iconic 007 to life in a gripping adventure that takes him around the world and into outer space. Bond confronts a vengeful foe who controls an incredibly powerful weapon capable of causing global havoc. With breathtaking stunts, blow-your-mind action sequences, and electrifying suspense, this is one Bond movie you don’t want to miss!

Tomorrow Never Dies:

In Tomorrow Never Dies, James Bond is tasked with a mission to save the world from an unseen evil. When a British warship is destroyed in Chinese waters, Agent 007 races to take down the criminal mastermind, Elliot Carver. With the help of Paris, Carver’s sexy wife, and Wai Lin, a lethal Chinese agent, Bond embarks on a thrilling adventure full of explosive chases, jaw-dropping action sequences, and impossible escapes. Can James Bond stop Carver before he puts his plan into motion? Watch and find out!

 

The World Is Not Enough:

In The World Is Not Enough, James Bond races against the clock to protect an oil heiress from her former kidnapper—an unfeeling international terrorist. With incredible stunts, epic car chases and a heart-stopping climax, this is one of the most riveting 007 adventures ever made! Can Bond save the day or will the madman’s mission succeed? You won’t want to miss a second of this pulse-pounding action movie!

Die Another Day:

In Die Another Day, James Bond is on a mission to uncover the secret of a diabolical weapon that could bring the world to its knees. With his 00-license revoked and M16 turned against him, Bond must fight against a sultry spy, a frosty agent and a shadowy billionaire in order to restore justice. Will Bond succeed or will his adversaries prevail? Tune in for an edge-of-your-seat thrill ride with tons of explosive action!

 

Casino Royale:

In Casino Royale, James Bond takes on his first mission as 007 and faces off against Le Chiffre—a ruthless financier backed by terrorist forces. Join Bond in a daring race against time as he infiltrates the glamorous Casino Royale for an intense poker game with life-and-death stakes. Will Bond come out with the upper hand? Find out in this exciting addition to the Bond franchise!

Quantum of Solace:

In Quantum of Solace, James Bond sets out on a mission to uncover the truth behind his latest betrayal. His journey spans the globe, culminating in a faceoff with Dominic Greene—a twisted billionaire and key member of the mysterious “Quantum” organization. Follow Bond through an electrifying world of espionage and danger as he seeks justice and vengeance!

 

Skyfall:

In Skyfall, James Bond must face the consequences of M’s past as MI6 is targeted by a powerful and mysterious enemy. With his unshakable loyalty to M tested to its limits, 007 must use all of his espionage skills to hunt down the perpetrator, even if it means putting his own life at risk in the process. Will Bond be able to save MI6? Join him for an explosive and thrilling adventure! This is the 23rd James Bond movie.

 

Spectre:

In Spectre, James Bond must uncover the truth behind a mysterious organization. Armed with a cryptic message from the past, he embarks on a high-stakes mission to investigate SPECTRE and its dark secrets. As M fights to protect MI6 from political forces that threaten its very existence, Bond races against time to unearth the hidden motives behind this sinister group and save the world from their plans for global domination! Spectre is an excellent film, as we covered in this article here.

No Time To Die:

In this, the  25th official James Bond film,  No Time To Die, Bond has left active service and is enjoying a tranquil life in Jamaica when his old friend Felix Leiter from the CIA turns up asking for help. The mission to rescue a kidnapped scientist turns out to be far more treacherous than expected as Bond’s new nemesis, Safin, emerges a mysterious villain armed with dangerous new technology. As Bond ventures toward the heart of Spectre, he learns of a sinister organisation linked to his past. If Bond is going to survive, he will need to keep one step ahead of Safin at every turn.

 

Bond Movies, Actor Playing Bond, and Year of Release.

 

Movie Title	Actor who played James Bond	Year of Release
Dr. No	Sean Connery	1962
From Russia with Love	Sean Connery	1963
Goldfinger	Sean Connery	1964
Thunderball	Sean Connery	1965
You Only Live Twice	Sean Connery	1967
On Her Majesty’s Secret Service	George Lazenby	1969
Diamonds are Forever	Sean Connery	1971
Live and Let Die	Roger Moore	1973
The Man with the Golden Gun	Roger Moore	1974
The Spy Who Loved Me	Roger Moore	1977
Moonraker	Roger Moore	1979
For Your Eyes Only	Roger Moore	1981
Octopussy	Roger Moore	1983
A View to a Kill	Roger Moore	1985
The Living Daylights	Timothy Dalton	1987
License to Kill	Timothy Dalton	1989
GoldenEye	Pierce Brosnan	1995
Tomorrow Never Dies	Pierce Brosnan	1997
The World is Not Enough	Pierce Brosnan	1999
Die Another Day	Pierce Brosnan	2002
Casino Royale	Daniel Craig	2006
Quantum of Solace	Daniel Craig	2008
Skyfall	Daniel Craig	2012
Spectre	Daniel Craig	2015
No Time to Die	Daniel Craig	2020

Actors Who Played Bond

The most popular actor to play the role of James Bond is Sean Connery. He played the role in several films, including “Dr. No,” “Goldfinger,” “From Russia with Love,” “Thunderball,” “You Only Live Twice,” and “Diamonds Are Forever.” Connery is widely regarded as the best actor to have played the role of Bond due to his charisma, charm, and screen presence. He was able to bring a sense of suave sophistication to the character, and his performance as Bond helped to establish many of the tropes and characteristics that have come to define the role.

It is difficult to say which actor is the second most popular to have played the role of James Bond, as opinions on the matter vary. However, some actors who have played the role and are often cited as being popular include:

Roger Moore: Moore played Bond in seven films, including “Live and Let Die,” “The Spy Who Loved Me,” and “A View to a Kill.” He brought a more lighthearted and humorous tone to the character, and his performances as Bond were generally well-received.

Pierce Brosnan: Brosnan played Bond in four films, including “GoldenEye,” “Tomorrow Never Dies,” “The World Is Not Enough,” and “Die Another Day.” He brought a more modern and rugged edge to the character, and his performances as Bond were generally well-received.

Daniel Craig: Craig has played Bond in five films, including “Casino Royale,” “Quantum of Solace,” “Skyfall,” “Spectre,” and “No Time to Die.” He has brought a more gritty and realistic approach to the character, and his performances as Bond have been praised for their depth and complexity.

Ultimately, it is up to individual interpretation as to which actor is the second most popular to have played James Bond.

Bond Villains

Here are ten famous actors who have played villains in James Bond films, along with the characters they played and the films in which they appeared:

1. Christopher Lee – Francisco Scaramanga in “The Man with the Golden Gun” (1974)
2. Richard Kiel – Jaws in “The Spy Who Loved Me” (1977) and “Moonraker” (1979)
3. Donald Pleasence – Ernst Stavro Blofeld in “You Only Live Twice” (1967)
4. Telly Savalas – Ernst Stavro Blofeld in “On Her Majesty’s Secret Service” (1969)
5. Gert Fröbe – Auric Goldfinger in “Goldfinger” (1964)
6. Mads Mikkelsen – Le Chiffre in “Casino Royale” (2006)
7. Robert Shaw – Red Grant in “From Russia with Love” (1963)
8. Jonathan Pryce – Elliot Carver in “Tomorrow Never Dies” (1997)
9. Curd Jürgens – Karl Stromberg in “The Spy Who Loved Me” (1977)
10. Léa Seydoux – Dr. Madeleine Swann in “Spectre” (2015)
11. Christoph Waltz – Franz Oberhauser in “Spectre” (2015)
12. Javier Bardem – Raoul Silva in “Skyfall” (2012)
13. Toby Stephens – Gustav Graves in “Die Another Day” (2002)
14. Julian Glover – Aristotle Kristatos in “For Your Eyes Only” (1981)
15. Christopher Walken – Max Zorin in “A View to a Kill” (1985)
16. Robert Davi – Franz Sanchez in “Licence To Kill” ( 1989)

Another interesting couple of facts about James Bond villains. As often as the actors playing Bond have changed, the same applies to the arch nemesis Blofeld.

Ernst Stavro Blofeld is a fictional character and a primary antagonist in the James Bond series of novels and films, created by Ian Fleming. The character has been portrayed by several actors in the EON Productions film series:

Donald Pleasence as Ernst Stavro Blofeld in “You Only Live Twice” (1967)
Telly Savalas as Ernst Stavro Blofeld in “On Her Majesty’s Secret Service” (1969)
Charles Gray as Ernst Stavro Blofeld in “Diamonds Are Forever” (1971)
Max von Sydow as Ernst Stavro Blofeld in “Never Say Never Again” (1983)
Christoph Waltz as Ernst Stavro Blofeld in “Spectre” (2015)

Q

Some Quick, quaint quiz facts about James Bond and his quartermaster.

Q is the iconic gadget maker who has been supplying James Bond with his tools of the trade since 1963. Desmond Llewelyn, who was the longest running Q having appeared in 17 films, originated the role and was featured in Doctor No (1962), From Russia with Love (1963), Goldfinger (1964) and all subsequent Eon Productions’ Bond films. John Cleese took Q’s place in The World Is Not Enough (1999) and Die Another Day (2002). Ben Whishaw played a younger incarnation of Q in Skyfall (2012) and Spectre (2015) – present day.

It’s worth noting that the character of Q was not included in the first James Bond film, “Dr. No,” but was introduced in the second film, “From Russia with Love.” Peter Burton starred instead as Major Boothroyd in “Dr. No” (1962)

 

The Cars.

There have been many different cars featured in the James Bond film series over the years, but perhaps the most iconic car associated with the character is the Aston Martin DB5. The Aston Martin DB5 has appeared in several Bond films, including “Goldfinger” (1964), “Thunderball” (1965), “GoldenEye” (1995), “Tomorrow Never Dies” (1997), “Skyfall” (2012), and “Spectre” (2015). Other notable cars that have appeared in multiple Bond films include the BMW Z8, which appeared in “The World Is Not Enough” (1999) and “Die Another Day” (2002), and the Lotus Esprit, which appeared in “The Spy Who Loved Me” (1977) and “For Your Eyes Only” (1981).

The Novels

The James Bond novels were written by English author Ian Fleming. Fleming wrote a total of 12 Bond novels and two short story collections, which were published between 1953 and 1966. Among the interesting facts about James Bond is that Casino Royale was the first book written, but not the first movie made. Dr. No, the sixth book was made as the first movie.

The novels were:

1. “Casino Royale” (1953)
2. “Live and Let Die” (1954)
3. “Moonraker” (1955)
4. “Diamonds Are Forever” (1956)
5. “From Russia, with Love” (1957)
6. “Dr. No” (1958)
7. “Goldfinger” (1959)
8. “For Your Eyes Only” (1960)
9. “Thunderball” (1961)
10. “The Spy Who Loved Me” (1962)
11. “On Her Majesty’s Secret Service” (1963)
12. “You Only Live Twice” (1964)

The two short story collections were “For Your Eyes Only” (1960) and “Octopussy and The Living Daylights” (1966).

James Bond Fun Facts

Here are 10 fun facts about James Bond.

1. The James Bond film franchise is one of the longest-running and most successful in history, with 25 official films released to date.
2. The first James Bond film, “Dr. No,” was released in 1962 and starred Sean Connery as Bond.
3. The theme song for the James Bond films, known as the “James Bond Theme,” was composed by Monty Norman and has been featured in every film in the series.
4. The James Bond films have featured a number of iconic vehicles, including the Aston Martin DB5, the Lotus Esprit, and the BMW Z8.
5. The James Bond films have been nominated for a total of six Academy Awards, winning two for Best Visual Effects.
6. The James Bond films have featured a number of memorable villains, including Ernst Stavro Blofeld, Goldfinger, and Le Chiffre.
7. The James Bond films have been shot in a variety of locations around the world, including the Bahamas, Japan, and Italy.
8. The James Bond films have featured a number of iconic gadgets, including the “Q Branch” devices used by Bond in his missions.
9. The James Bond films have featured a number of well-known actors in supporting roles, including Judi Dench, Bernard Lee, and Desmond Llewelyn.
10. The James Bond films have a dedicated fan base and have inspired a number of parodies and satirical works.

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The five most popular James Bond theme songs, according to various rankings and polls, are:

1. “Goldfinger” (1964) – Written by John Barry and Leslie Bricusse, performed by Shirley Bassey
2. “Skyfall” (2012) – Written by Adele and Paul Epworth, performed by Adele
3. “Live and Let Die” (1973) – Written by Paul McCartney and Linda McCartney, performed by Paul McCartney and Wings
4. “A View to a Kill” (1985) – Written by John Barry and Duran Duran, performed by Duran Duran
5. “Diamonds Are Forever” (1971) – Written by John Barry and Don Black, performed by Shirley Bassey