James Bond: 10 Iconic Actors Who Would Have Been Perfect As 007
These ten classic actors could have brought their own unique strengths to the early James Bond films but never got to play the iconic role.
James Bond, designated as agent 007, is a British secret service operative renowned for his espionage skills, sophisticated demeanor, and penchant for high-stakes missions. Created by novelist Ian Fleming in 1952, Bond has become an iconic figure in both literature and film, symbolizing the archetype of the suave and resourceful spy.
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James Bond
- Created By
- Ian Fleming
- Cast
- Sean Connery, George Lazenby, Roger Moore, Timothy Dalton, Pierce Brosnan, Daniel Craig
- First Appearance
- Dr. No
- Alias
- 007
- RELATIONSHIPS
- M (superior), Q (quartermaster), Moneypenny (colleague), various romantic interests
- Alliance
- MI6
- Movies
- Dr. No, From Russia With Love, Goldfinger, Thunderball, You Only Live Twice, On Her Majesty's Secret Service, Diamonds Are Forever, Live and Let Die, The Man with the Golden Gun, The Spy Who Loved Me, Moonraker, For Your Eyes Only, Octopussy, A View to a Kill, The Living Daylights, Licence to Kill, GoldenEye, Tomorrow Never Dies, The World is Not Enough, Die Another Day, Casino Royale, Quantum of Solace, Skyfall, Spectre, No Time to Die
- Video Games
- GoldenEye 007, The World Is Not Enough, 007: Nightfire, James Bond 007: Everything or Nothing, Quantum of Solace, James Bond 007: Nightfire, James Bond 007: Blood Stone, James Bond 007: From Russia with Love, 007: Agent Under Fire
- Franchise
- James Bond
- POWERS
- Expert marksmanship, Proficiency in hand-to-hand combat, Multilingual abilities, Advanced driving skills, Mastery of espionage techniques
- HISTORY
- James Bond's cinematic journey began with "Dr. No" in 1962, introducing audiences to the charismatic spy. Over the decades, Bond has thwarted numerous global threats, from nuclear crises to terrorist organizations, showcasing his adaptability and resilience. Each actor's portrayal has added depth to the character, reflecting the evolving nature of espionage and global politics.
- NAME
- James Bond
- Age
- Varies by portrayal
- Height
- Approximately 6'0" (183 cm)
Summary
James Bond, designated as agent 007, is a British secret service operative renowned for his espionage skills, sophisticated demeanor, and penchant for high-stakes missions. Created by novelist Ian Fleming in 1952, Bond has become an iconic figure in both literature and film, symbolizing the archetype of the suave and resourceful spy.
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