At The Movies

No Time to Die (2021), PG-13, 2 hr 43 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 25 (Release Order: Twenty-fifth film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: The past comes back to haunt him. Main Cast Daniel Craig as James Bond Rami Malek as Safin Léa Seydoux as Dr. Madeleine Swann Lashana Lynch as Nomi Naomie Harris as Eve Moneypenny Ben Whishaw as Q Ralph Fiennes as M Ana de Armas as Paloma Reviews Synopsis After retiring, Bond is pulled back into action when a new threat emerges involving a dangerous bioweapon. His mission forces him to confront his past, his love Madeleine, and an enemy bent on destruction. The film wraps up Craig’s Bond saga with high stakes and emotional depth. Overview No Time to Die delivers a dramatic and action-packed conclusion to Daniel Craig’s tenure. It balances thrilling sequences with personal stakes, exploring Bond’s vulnerabilities and legacy. The film is praised for its character development and epic scale. Family Friendliness Rated ...

Spectre (2015), PG-13, 2 hr 28 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 24 (Release Order: Twenty-fourth film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: A shadowy organization. An unseen enemy. Main Cast Daniel Craig as James Bond Christoph Waltz as Ernst Stavro Blofeld Léa Seydoux as Dr. Madeleine Swann Ralph Fiennes as M Naomie Harris as Eve Moneypenny Ben Whishaw as Q Dave Bautista as Mr. Hinx Monica Bellucci as Lucia Sciarra Reviews Synopsis Bond uncovers a sinister organization called Spectre while investigating a cryptic message from his past. His search leads him to confront the mysterious Blofeld and unravel a conspiracy that threatens global security and personal revenge. Overview Spectre blends old-school Bond villains with modern espionage drama. It ties together storylines from previous films but some found the plot convoluted. The film balances action, romance, and political intrigue with trademark Bond style. Family Friendliness PG-13 for violence and some ...

Skyfall (2012), PG-13, 2 hr 23 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 23 (Release Order: Twenty-third film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: Home is where the heart is. Main Cast Daniel Craig as James Bond Judi Dench as M Javier Bardem as Raoul Silva Naomie Harris as Eve Moneypenny Ralph Fiennes as Gareth Mallory (new M) Bérénice Marlohe as Sévérine Albert Finney as Kincade Ben Whishaw as Q Reviews Synopsis After a mission goes wrong, Bond’s loyalty to M is tested when her past comes back to haunt her. The villain Silva, a former MI6 agent turned cyberterrorist, seeks revenge by targeting M and the agency. Bond must protect M and confront his own demons at his ancestral home. Overview Skyfall blends classic Bond elements with emotional depth and stunning cinematography. It rejuvenated the series with a strong villain, complex characters, and themes of loyalty and legacy. It’s considered one of the best modern Bond films. Family Friendliness PG-13 for violence ...

Quantum of Solace (2008), PG-13, 1 hr 46 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 22 (Release Order: Twenty-second film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: The hunt for truth begins. Main Cast Daniel Craig as James Bond Olga Kurylenko as Camille Montes Mathieu Amalric as Dominic Greene Giancarlo Giannini as René Mathis Judi Dench as M Jeffrey Wright as Felix Leiter Jesper Christensen as Mr. White Reviews Synopsis Picking up right after Casino Royale, Bond seeks justice for Vesper Lynd’s betrayal and death. His pursuit leads him into a conspiracy involving an environmentalist group with sinister motives. Along the way, he partners with Camille Montes to bring down the villainous Dominic Greene. Overview Quantum of Solace is shorter and more action-focused than its predecessor. It dives deep into Bond’s emotional state and quest for revenge, though the plot is sometimes criticized as confusing. The film is fast-paced and intense, with less character development than...

Casino Royale (2006), PG-13, 2 hr 24 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 21 (Release Order: Twenty-first film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: Every gambler has a first deal. Main Cast Daniel Craig as James Bond Eva Green as Vesper Lynd Mads Mikkelsen as Le Chiffre Judi Dench as M Jasmine Trinca as Solange Giancarlo Giannini as René Mathis Jesper Christensen as Mr. White Caterina Murino as Solange Dimitrios Jeffrey Wright as Felix Leiter Reviews Synopsis This reboot dives deep into Bond’s early days as a 00 agent. Bond must beat the dangerous financier Le Chiffre at a high-stakes poker game to stop him from funding terrorism. Along the way, Bond forms a complicated relationship with Vesper Lynd that shapes him forever. Overview Casino Royale rebooted the series with a gritty, realistic tone. Daniel Craig brings a raw intensity and vulnerability, reshaping Bond into a complex, human character. The film blends action, suspense, and emotional depth, becoming ...

Die Another Day (2002), PG-13, 2 hr 20 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 20 (Release Order: Twentieth film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: A double agent. A daring mission. A deadly game. Main Cast Pierce Brosnan as James Bond Halle Berry as Jinx Rosamund Pike as Miranda Frost Toby Stephens as Gustav Graves Rick Yune as Zao John Cleese as R Judi Dench as M Desmond Llewelyn as Q (archive footage) Samantha Bond as Miss Moneypenny Reviews Synopsis Bond is captured and imprisoned in North Korea but later traded in a prisoner exchange. Back in action, he investigates a diamond mogul with a deadly plan involving a space-based weapon. The mission leads Bond through icy terrains, high-tech gadgetry, and explosive confrontations. Overview Die Another Day is an over-the-top action spectacle with flashy gadgets, dramatic set pieces, and a touch of camp. While it features all the classic Bond ingredients, some fans found it too gimmicky and far-fetched. Brosnan rem...

The World Is Not Enough (1999), PG-13, 2 hr 8 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 19 (Release Order: Nineteenth film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: For love or money, no one stays alive. Main Cast Pierce Brosnan as James Bond Sophie Marceau as Elektra King Robert Carlyle as Renard Denise Richards as Dr. Christmas Jones Judi Dench as M Desmond Llewelyn as Q Samantha Bond as Miss Moneypenny John Cleese as R Colin Salmon as Charles Robinson Reviews Synopsis Bond is tasked with protecting Elektra King, an oil heiress targeted by the mysterious terrorist Renard, who’s immune to pain. The mission leads Bond through a web of betrayal, romance, and deadly schemes centered on control of vital oil resources. Overview The World Is Not Enough combines espionage with family drama and high stakes energy politics. Brosnan continues his suave, capable Bond persona while navigating a more emotional and darker story. The film balances classic Bond action with some deeper ...

Tomorrow Never Dies (1997), PG-13, 2 hr 7 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 18 (Release Order: Eighteenth film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: The world is his chessboard... and every move could be his last. Main Cast Pierce Brosnan as James Bond Michelle Yeoh as Wai Lin Jonathan Pryce as Elliot Carver Teri Hatcher as Paris Carver Götz Otto as Stromberg Desmond Llewelyn as Q Judi Dench as M Samantha Bond as Miss Moneypenny Robbie Coltrane as Valentin Zukovsky Reviews Synopsis Bond teams up with Chinese spy Wai Lin to stop media mogul Elliot Carver, who’s orchestrating global conflict through misinformation and media manipulation. With car chases, stealth missions, and high-tech gadgets, Bond tries to prevent a war designed for ratings and power. Overview This film amps up the action and tech, with Brosnan and Yeoh sharing great chemistry. Tomorrow Never Dies blends international espionage with contemporary fears about media control. It’s fast-paced and ...

GoldenEye (1995), PG-13, 2 hr 10 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 17 (Release Order: Seventeenth film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: The greatest secret of all time is about to be unleashed. Main Cast Pierce Brosnan as James Bond Izabella Scorupco as Natalya Simonova Sean Bean as Alec Trevelyan (006) Famke Janssen as Xenia Onatopp Judi Dench as M Joe Don Baker as Jack Wade Geraldine James as Moneypenny Tchéky Karyo as Dimitri Mishkin Michael Kitchen as Bill Tanner Reviews Synopsis Bond returns after being presumed dead to stop a rogue ex-agent, Alec Trevelyan, who plans to use a satellite weapon called GoldenEye to cause a global financial meltdown. Teaming with computer programmer Natalya Simonova, Bond races to stop Trevelyan’s deadly scheme. Overview GoldenEye rebooted the franchise with a modern edge, blending classic Bond charm with 90s action sensibilities. Pierce Brosnan’s debut was well-received for balancing wit and toughness. The film mixes ...

Licence to Kill (1989), R, 2 hr 15 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 16 (Release Order: Sixteenth film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: The license to kill is the license to survive. Main Cast Timothy Dalton as James Bond Carey Lowell as Pam Bouvier Robert Davi as Franz Sanchez Talisa Soto as Lupe Lamora Anthony Zerbe as Milton Krest Benicio del Toro as Dario Jeroen Krabbé as Brad Whitaker Desmond Llewelyn as Q Robert Brown as M Caroline Bliss as Miss Moneypenny Reviews Synopsis After Bond’s close friend Felix Leiter is brutally attacked and left for dead by drug lord Franz Sanchez, Bond goes rogue to seek personal revenge. This mission takes him deep into the world of narcotics trafficking and corruption, pushing him to the edge in a darker, more violent Bond story. Overview Licence to Kill is notably grittier and more brutal than previous entries. Timothy Dalton’s Bond is less the charming spy and more a man driven by vengeance and justice. The film ta...

The Living Daylights (1987), PG, 2 hr 10 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 15 (Release Order: Fifteenth film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: Licensed to thrill. Main Cast Timothy Dalton as James Bond Maryam d'Abo as Kara Milovy Jeroen Krabbé as General Georgi Koskov Joe Don Baker as Brad Whitaker John Rhys-Davies as General Pushkin Art Malik as Kamran Shah Desmond Llewelyn as Q Robert Brown as M Caroline Bliss as Miss Moneypenny Reviews Synopsis Bond is sent to protect a Soviet defector but quickly uncovers a far-reaching plot involving arms dealers, betrayal, and Cold War tensions. Partnering with Czech cellist Kara Milovy, Bond chases the truth across Europe and Afghanistan—trying to stop a deal that could tip the global balance. Overview The Living Daylights marked a major tonal shift for the series. Timothy Dalton plays Bond closer to Ian Fleming’s original novels—serious, no-nonsense, and emotionally restrained. The plot is intricate, with more...

A View to a Kill (1985), PG, 2 hr 11 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 14 (Release Order: Fourteenth film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: Has James Bond finally met his match? Main Cast Roger Moore as James Bond Christopher Walken as Max Zorin Tanya Roberts as Stacey Sutton Grace Jones as May Day Patrick Macnee as Sir Godfrey Tibbett Desmond Llewelyn as Q Robert Brown as M Lois Maxwell as Miss Moneypenny Alison Doody as Jenny Flex Willoughby Gray as Dr. Carl Mortner Reviews Synopsis Bond investigates tech tycoon Max Zorin, who’s plotting to destroy Silicon Valley and dominate the microchip market. Along the way, he’s helped by geologist Stacey Sutton and faces off against the deadly May Day. From Eiffel Tower chases to Golden Gate Bridge battles, this globe-trotting adventure sends Roger Moore off in style. Overview View to a Kill is packed with 1980s flair—big stunts, quirky villains, and a killer theme song by Duran Duran. While Roger Moore was notice...

Octopussy (1983), PG, 2 hr 11 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 13 (Release Order: Thirteenth film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: James Bond’s all time high. Main Cast Roger Moore as James Bond Maud Adams as Octopussy Louis Jourdan as Kamal Khan Kristina Wayborn as Magda Kabir Bedi as Gobinda Steven Berkoff as General Orlov Robert Brown as M Desmond Llewelyn as Q Lois Maxwell as Miss Moneypenny Walter Gotell as General Gogol Vijay Amritraj as Vijay Reviews Synopsis Bond uncovers a smuggling operation that leads him to a mysterious woman named Octopussy, who runs a circus troupe. But what starts as stolen jewels turns into a nuclear plot by a rogue Soviet general. Cue trains, tigers, and Bond in a clown suit as he races to stop World War III. Overview Octopussy is one of the more eccentric Bond films, mixing Cold War tension with circus intrigue and exotic Indian locales. Roger Moore is firmly in the comedic-action groove here. It’s over-the-top in part...

For Your Eyes Only (1981), PG, 2 hr 7 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 12 (Release Order: Twelfth film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: No one comes close to James Bond 007. Main Cast Roger Moore as James Bond Carole Bouquet as Melina Havelock Julian Glover as Aristotle Kristatos Topol as Milos Columbo Lynn-Holly Johnson as Bibi Dahl Michael Gothard as Emile Leopold Locque John Wyman as Erich Kriegler Desmond Llewelyn as Q Bernard Lee as M (brief archival footage; actor passed before filming) Lois Maxwell as Miss Moneypenny Reviews Synopsis When a British spy ship with a crucial missile control system sinks, Bond is sent to recover it before it falls into the wrong hands. His mission brings him into contact with Melina Havelock, who’s out for revenge against the people who murdered her parents. There’s diving, skiing, mountain climbing, and a whole lot of Cold War tension. Overview After the spacey excess of Moonraker, For Your Eyes Only feels refreshin...

Moonraker (1979), PG, 2 hr 6 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 11 (Release Order: Eleventh film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: Where all the other Bonds end... this one begins! Main Cast Roger Moore as James Bond Lois Chiles as Dr. Holly Goodhead Michael Lonsdale as Hugo Drax Richard Kiel as Jaws Corinne Cléry as Corinne Dufour Geoffrey Keen as Sir Frederick Gray Desmond Llewelyn as Q Bernard Lee as M Lois Maxwell as Miss Moneypenny Toshiro Suga as Chang Reviews Synopsis A space shuttle is hijacked in mid-air, and Bond is sent to investigate aerospace magnate Hugo Drax. He uncovers a megalomaniac plot to wipe out humanity and repopulate the Earth with a “perfect” species from space. Teaming up with CIA agent Dr. Holly Goodhead, Bond races from Venice to Rio to Earth’s orbit in one of the franchise’s most over-the-top adventures. Overview Moonraker was Bond’s answer to Star Wars mania, with a high camp factor and a rocket-load of gadgets. It's fun, ...

The Spy Who Loved Me (1977), PG, 2 hr 5 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 10 (Release Order: Tenth film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: It's the BIGGEST. It's the BEST. It's BOND. And beyond. Main Cast Roger Moore as James Bond Barbara Bach as Major Anya Amasova (Agent Triple X) Curt Jürgens as Karl Stromberg Richard Kiel as Jaws Caroline Munro as Naomi Geoffrey Keen as Sir Frederick Gray Walter Gotell as General Gogol Desmond Llewelyn as Q Bernard Lee as M Lois Maxwell as Miss Moneypenny Reviews Synopsis British and Soviet submarines start vanishing mysteriously, and Bond must team up with Soviet agent Anya Amasova to stop a megalomaniac named Stromberg who dreams of creating an undersea civilization. From Egyptian temples to underwater lairs and an unforgettable car-submarine, this Bond film goes big on spectacle and style. Overview The Spy Who Loved Me is widely considered one of the best Roger Moore Bond films. It balances action, exotic...

The Man with the Golden Gun (1974), PG, 2 hr 5 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 9 (Release Order: Ninth film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: The man with the golden gun is ready to assassinate James Bond. Main Cast Roger Moore as James Bond Christopher Lee as Francisco Scaramanga Britt Ekland as Mary Goodnight Maud Adams as Andrea Anders Hervé Villechaize as Nick Nack Clifton James as Sheriff J.W. Pepper Richard Loo as Hai Fat Soon-Tek Oh as Lieutenant Hip Bernard Lee as M Lois Maxwell as Miss Moneypenny Desmond Llewelyn as Q Reviews Synopsis Bond is targeted by legendary assassin Francisco Scaramanga, known for his gold-plated pistol and million-dollar hits. As Bond investigates a missing solar energy device, he discovers Scaramanga’s island lair, filled with high-tech traps and a funhouse shooting gallery. This globe-trotting adventure mixes deadly duels with a bit of satire and 1970s charm. Overview This entry is often remembered more for Christophe...

Live and Let Die (1973), PG, 2 hr 1 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #:  8 (Release Order: Eighth film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: Roger Moore as James Bond 007. His new enemies: the masters of murder, the voodoo killers of Harlem and the Caribbean. Main Cast Roger Moore as James Bond Yaphet Kotto as Dr. Kananga / Mr. Big Jane Seymour as Solitaire Julius Harris as Tee Hee Geoffrey Holder as Baron Samedi David Hedison as Felix Leiter Bernard Lee as M Lois Maxwell as Miss Moneypenny Clifton James as Sheriff J.W. Pepper Gloria Hendry as Rosie Carver Reviews Synopsis Bond investigates the murders of three British agents, which leads him to New York, New Orleans, and the Caribbean. He discovers a drug-trafficking operation led by the mysterious Dr. Kananga, who also moonlights as the gangster Mr. Big. With tarot cards, crocodile farms, voodoo cults, and boat chases galore, Bond’s first Moore-era adventure is wild and unpredictable. Overview Live and Le...

Diamonds Are Forever (1971), PG, 2 hr 0 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 7 (Release Order: Seventh film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: The man who made 007 a household number. Main Cast Sean Connery as James Bond Jill St. John as Tiffany Case Charles Gray as Ernst Stavro Blofeld Lana Wood as Plenty O'Toole Jimmy Dean as Willard Whyte Bruce Cabot as Albert R. Saxby Bruce Glover as Mr. Wint Putter Smith as Mr. Kidd Bernard Lee as M Lois Maxwell as Miss Moneypenny Desmond Llewelyn as Q Reviews Synopsis Bond goes undercover as a diamond smuggler to investigate a mysterious pipeline of stolen gems. But it turns out Blofeld is behind it all (again), and he’s using the diamonds to build a space-based laser weapon. From Amsterdam to Las Vegas, it’s a flashy and strange Bond adventure filled with campy villains, quirky assassins, and plenty of explosions. Overview Diamonds Are Forever dials up the weird and whimsical. After the emotional weight of On Her M...

On Her Majesty’s Secret Service (1969), PG, 2 hr 22 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 6 (Release Order: Sixth film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: The most dangerous secret agent in the world is on the case. Main Cast George Lazenby as James Bond Diana Rigg as Tracy Draco Telly Savalas as Ernst Stavro Blofeld Gabriele Ferzetti as Marc Ange Draco Ilse Steppat as Irma Bunt Bernard Lee as M Lois Maxwell as Miss Moneypenny Desmond Llewelyn as Q Reviews Synopsis James Bond falls in love with and marries Tracy Draco, the daughter of a crime boss. But their happiness is short-lived as Bond faces off with his nemesis Blofeld, who plans to unleash biological warfare to hold the world hostage. This film is packed with romance, action, and some of the most emotional moments in the Bond saga. Overview George Lazenby’s lone outing as Bond is a departure from the usual formula—there’s more emotional depth, a genuine love story, and a darker tone. The film balances th...