James Bond, the British secret service agent created by writer Ian Fleming in 1953, has become one the successful movie character of all time. Also known by the code name 007, Bond movies have made over $ 7 Billion at the world box office. So what is it that makes this character & movies so entertaining? Well if I’ve to sum it up, it has to be Bond’s charisma, attitude and his ability to do the impossible.
If you’re new to James Bond movies, here is a list of movies that you cannot miss.
Top 10 James Bond Movies
10. LIVE AND LET DIE (1973)
Starring Roger Moore as Bond, this movie is memorable for it’s distinguish style in the 70’s. Watch this film for it’s refreshing change from typical bond movies.
. Fantastic theme song
. Historic Villain
. Blaxploitation-era flavor
9. LICENSE TO KILL (1989)
In this Bond film, Timothy Dalton takes up the role of British spy. In my opinion this is one of the most underrated and dark movie of this character.
. Dark, personal revenge story
. Violent and grounded
. Drug-lord villain
8. DR. NO (1962)
Fasten your seats belt ladies, Sean Connery with his iconic smile and charm takes you on a wild ride in this film. This movie introduces the audience with the beginning’s of Bond’s character.
. Introduction of Bond, MI6 and the iconic theme
. Convincing story line
7. THE SPY WHO LOVED ME (1977)
Roger Moore, delivers another classic film as bond.
. Massive Scale
. Actor Richard Kiel, played the famous henchman “Jaws”
. The cinematic climax
6. NO TIME TO DIE (2021)
Daniel Craig bids goodbye to this spy universe and delivers a phenomenal performance.
. Last chapter of Craig as James Bond
. High stakes villain
. Shocking climax
5. GOLDENEYE (1995)
Back when Bond movies were not working at the box office, Pierce Brosnan, gave Bond movies a new lease of life. This film is perfect balance between classic and modern Bond.
. Incredible opening scene
. Modern Tone
. Sean Bean as former 007 agent
4. FROM RUSSSIA WITH LOVE (1963)
The stage is set and the world is at the helm of a powerful villain. Bond takes up the impossible task which leads him to Russia.
. Cold war espionage
. Killer suspense
. Great script writing
3. GOLDFINGER (1964)
With this film Sean Connery gave the blue print for a successful spy movie. Also this is one of Connery’s best looking film.
. Iconic Villain
. Aston Martin DB5
. The famous dialogue, “No. Mr. Bond, I expect you to die”
2. Casino Royale (2006)
Frankly speaking when Daniel Craig took up the role of James Bond, I was a bit skeptical. However, he not only proved the critics wrong but he gave his best performance.
. Gritty, emotional and realistic
. Phenomenal poker Scene
. Eva Green as Vesper Lynd is breathtaking
1. SKYFALL (2012)
This is the highest grossing bond movie till date and it has all the making of a great spy movie. Undoubtedly one of my favorite Bond film. Nothing over the top, at it’s heart this movie feels personal and truly cinematic.
. The opening theme by Adele
. Stunning cinematography
. Explores Bond’s past & MI6
. Javier Bardem’s chilling performance.
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