James Bond Films In Order

The official James Bond films in order are: 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 and No Time to Die.

The James Bond movies are a series of action-adventure spy films based on the character of James Bond, a British secret agent who works for the fictional intelligence agency MI6. The films are known for their thrilling action sequences, exotic locations, and use of sophisticated gadgets and vehicles.

James Bond films are also known for their distinctive style, which includes glamorous locations, stylish clothing, and a signature theme song. Over the course of more than 50 years, the James Bond film franchise has become one of the most successful and enduring film franchises in history, and has helped to define the action genre for generations of moviegoers.

Dr. No (1962)

"Dr. No" is the first James Bond film to introduce Sean Connery as Agent 007. The film follows Bond as he investigates the disappearance of a fellow agent and uncovers a plot by the titular villain, Dr. No, to disrupt a US space launch. The film was the first in the James Bond series and helped establish the iconic character's enduring popularity.

From Russia with Love (1963)

Bond is sent to Istanbul to retrieve a decoding machine, but finds himself embroiled in a complex web of espionage and double-crosses involving the Soviet Union and the criminal organization SPECTRE. The film was a critical and commercial success, and is considered by some to be one of the best entries in the Bond series.

Goldfinger (1964)

The film sees Bond investigating a wealthy and eccentric businessman named Auric Goldfinger, who is plotting to contaminate the US gold reserve at Fort Knox. The film was a box office success and is often regarded as one of the best films in the James Bond series, known for its iconic theme song and the character of Pussy Galore.

Thunderball (1965)

The film sees Bond investigating the theft of two nuclear warheads by the villainous SPECTRE organization, leading him to the Bahamas where he uncovers a plot to extort the world's governments. The film was a commercial success and remains one of the most financially successful entries in the Bond franchise, known for its underwater action sequences and memorable theme song.

"Thunderball" was the fourth film in the James Bond series and was the first to be released in widescreen and in color. The film was also notable for its use of extensive underwater filming, including the creation of new technologies for filming and lighting underwater scenes.

You Only Live Twice (1967)

Bond is tasked with investigating the disappearance of a US spacecraft, leading him to Japan where he uncovers a plot by the villainous SPECTRE organization to start a global war. The film was a commercial success and marked the fifth entry in the James Bond series, known for its exotic locations and iconic villain, Ernst Stavro Blofeld. The film's theme song, performed by Nancy Sinatra, was also a hit.

The film also marked Connery's last appearance as Bond until he returned for "Diamonds Are Forever" in 1971. Despite mixed critical reception, "You Only Live Twice" remains a fan favorite and a significant entry in the James Bond series.

On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1969)

Starring George Lazenby as James Bond, who falls in love with and marries Tracy di Vicenzo, the daughter of a European crime syndicate leader, while investigating the sinister plans of Blofeld, who is attempting to unleash a deadly virus on the world's food supply. The film was a departure from previous Bond films, featuring a more emotional storyline and a new actor in the lead role. Despite initial mixed reception, the film has since gained a cult following among Bond fans.

Diamonds Are Forever (1971)

"Diamonds Are Forever" was the seventh film in the James Bond franchise. Starring Sean Connery as James Bond, investigating a diamond smuggling ring, leading him to a plot involving a weaponized satellite and his old enemy Ernst Stavro Blofeld. The film marked Connery's return to the role of Bond after a one-film absence and was a commercial success. Despite mixed reviews, the film is known for its iconic Las Vegas setting and memorable theme song by Shirley Bassey.

Live and Let Die (1973)

Starring Roger Moore as James Bond, who is sent to investigate the deaths of several British agents, leading him to the drug lord Mr. Big and his plan to distribute heroin for free in order to gain a monopoly on the market. The film marked Moore's first appearance as Bond and was a commercial success. It is known for its memorable theme song by Paul McCartney and Wings and its portrayal of voodoo culture in the Caribbean.

The Man with the Golden Gun (1974)

Bond is sent on a mission to locate and eliminate the notorious assassin, Francisco Scaramanga, also known as "The Man with the Golden Gun". Scaramanga possesses a golden gun that can fire bullets made of gold, making him a formidable opponent. Bond travels to various locations, including Thailand, Hong Kong, and Macau, in his quest to find and stop Scaramanga. Along the way, he encounters a beautiful woman named Andrea Anders, who is also linked to Scaramanga. The film stars Roger Moore as James Bond and Christopher Lee as Francisco Scaramanga.

The Spy Who Loved Me (1977)

Bond teams up with a Soviet agent, Anya Amasova, to investigate the disappearance of submarines and prevent a nuclear war. The film was a critical and commercial success, earning widespread acclaim for its action sequences, visual effects, and performances. It is also known for introducing the iconic character of Jaws, a henchman with metal teeth played by Richard Kiel, who would go on to appear in the sequel "Moonraker". The film's theme song, "Nobody Does It Better" by Carly Simon, also became a hit.

Moonraker (1979)

In the film, Bond is sent to investigate the theft of a space shuttle, leading him to the villainous Hugo Drax and his plan to destroy humanity and repopulate the Earth with a genetically superior race. The film was a commercial success but received mixed reviews, with some criticizing its over-the-top plot and reliance on special effects. It is known for its space-themed action sequences, including a memorable scene in which Bond fights Jaws aboard a cable car. The film's theme song, also titled "Moonraker", was performed by Shirley Bassey.

For Your Eyes Only (1981)

Bond is sent to recover a device capable of controlling British missile defenses, leading him on a mission through Greece and the Mediterranean. The film was a commercial and critical success, praised for its return to a more grounded, realistic tone after the over-the-top spectacle of "Moonraker". It is also known for its memorable opening sequence, in which Bond visits the grave of his late wife, and for its theme song by Sheena Easton. The film marked the first time that John Barry did not compose the score for a Bond film since "Dr. No" in 1962.

Octopussy (1983)

Bond investigates a plot to detonate a nuclear bomb in Europe, leading him to the villainous Kamal Khan and the titular Octopussy, a wealthy smuggler and former circus performer. The film was a commercial success but received mixed reviews, with some criticizing its convoluted plot and reliance on humor. It is known for its exotic locations, including India and West Germany, and for its memorable opening sequence, in which Bond skydives from a plane without a parachute. The film's theme song, also titled "Octopussy", was performed by Rita Coolidge.

A View to a Kill (1985)

Bond investigates a plot by the villainous Max Zorin to destroy Silicon Valley and monopolize the world's microchip market. The film was a commercial success but received mixed reviews, with some criticizing Moore's age and the film's reliance on humor. It is also known for its memorable theme song, "A View to a Kill" by Duran Duran, which became a hit. The film marked Moore's seventh and final appearance as Bond, and was the last to be produced by Albert R. Broccoli, who had overseen the franchise since its inception in 1962.

The Living Daylights (1987)

Starring Timothy Dalton as James Bond, who is assigned to protect a defecting Soviet general, leading him to uncover a plot involving an arms dealer and a group of Afghan rebels. The film was a critical and commercial success, praised for its more serious and grounded tone, as well as Dalton's performance as Bond. It is also known for introducing the character of Kara Milovy, played by Maryam d'Abo, who becomes Bond's love interest. The film's theme song, also titled "The Living Daylights", was performed by a-ha.

License to Kill (1989)

Bond goes rogue after his friend and CIA informant Felix Leiter is attacked by a drug lord and left for dead, leading him on a mission of revenge against the villainous Franz Sanchez. The film was a commercial disappointment, partially due to its darker and more violent tone compared to previous Bond films. It is, however, praised by some for its portrayal of a more human and emotional Bond. The film also marked the final appearance of Robert Brown as M, and the first appearance of Judi Dench as his eventual successor, the character of M. The film's theme song, "License to Kill", was performed by Gladys Knight.

GoldenEye (1995)

Starring Pierce Brosnan as James Bond, who investigates a plot to steal a secret Soviet weapon, codenamed "GoldenEye", which can disable electronic devices. The investigation leads him to the villainous former agent Alec Trevelyan, played by Sean Bean. The film was a critical and commercial success, revitalizing the franchise after a six-year hiatus and introducing Brosnan as the new Bond. It also marked the first appearance of Judi Dench as the character of M, who had been re-imagined as a female boss for Bond. The film is known for its memorable action sequences, including a tank chase through the streets of St. Petersburg, and its theme song, performed by Tina Turner.

Tomorrow Never Dies (1997)

Bond investigates a media mogul named Elliot Carver, who is using his news empire to escalate tensions between China and the UK in order to boost ratings and trigger a war. The film was a commercial success, praised for its action sequences and Brosnan's performance as Bond. It also featured a strong supporting cast, including Michelle Yeoh as Chinese agent Wai Lin and Jonathan Pryce as the villainous Carver. The film's theme song, also titled "Tomorrow Never Dies", was performed by Sheryl Crow.

The World Is Not Enough (1999)

Bond is assigned to protect an oil heiress named Elektra King, who may be in danger from the terrorist Renard, played by Robert Carlyle. The film was a commercial success, praised for its performances, action sequences, and complex plot. It also featured a strong supporting cast, including Sophie Marceau as Elektra and Denise Richards as Dr. Christmas Jones. The film's theme song, also titled "The World Is Not Enough", was performed by Garbage. It is notable for being the first Bond film to be released in the 21st century.

Die Another Day (2002)

Bond is captured and tortured by North Korean agents before being released in exchange for a terrorist. He then goes on a mission to track down the terrorist and uncover a diamond-smuggling operation run by the villainous Gustav Graves, played by Toby Stephens. The film was a commercial success but received mixed reviews, criticized for its over-the-top action sequences and lackluster plot. It did, however, feature a strong supporting cast, including Halle Berry as Jinx Johnson and Rosamund Pike as Miranda Frost. The film's theme song, also titled "Die Another Day", was performed by Madonna. It marked Brosnan's final appearance as Bond, before the franchise was rebooted with "Casino Royale" in 2006.

Casino Royale (2006)

"Casino Royale" serves as a reboot of the franchise, starring Daniel Craig as James Bond, as he earns his "00" status and embarks on his first mission to stop a financier of terrorism in a high-stakes poker game at the Casino Royale in Montenegro. The film was a critical and commercial success, praised for Craig's gritty performance as Bond and the film's darker, more realistic tone. It also featured a strong supporting cast, including Eva Green as Bond's love interest Vesper Lynd and Mads Mikkelsen as the villainous Le Chiffre. The film's theme song, "You Know My Name", was performed by Chris Cornell.

Quantum of Solace (2008)

"Quantum of Solace" is a direct sequel to "Casino Royale," with Bond seeking revenge against those responsible for the death of his love interest Vesper Lynd. The film follows Bond as he uncovers a conspiracy involving a shadowy organization known as Quantum, which is seeking to control natural resources in Latin America. The film received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its action sequences and others criticizing its convoluted plot. It featured a strong supporting cast, including Olga Kurylenko as Bond's ally Camille and Mathieu Amalric as the villainous Dominic Greene. The film's theme song, "Another Way to Die", was performed by Jack White and Alicia Keys.

Skyfall (2012)

Bond returns to duty after a failed mission in Istanbul and must track down the cyberterrorist Raoul Silva, played by Javier Bardem, who is seeking revenge against his former employer, MI6. The film received critical acclaim, praised for its strong performances, stunning cinematography, and emotionally resonant story. The film's theme song, also titled "Skyfall," was performed by Adele and won the Academy Award for Best Original Song.

Spectre (2015)

Bond receives a cryptic message that sends him on a mission to uncover a sinister organization known as Spectre, which is linked to his past. Along the way, he encounters a new love interest, Dr. Madeleine Swann, played by Léa Seydoux. The film received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its action sequences and others criticizing its convoluted plot. The film's theme song, "Writing's on the Wall," was performed by Sam Smith and won the Academy Award for Best Original Song.

No Time to Die (2021)

"No Time to Die" follows Bond after he has retired from active service and is living in Jamaica, until he is called back into action to help rescue a kidnapped scientist. Along the way, Bond encounters a new enemy, Safin, played by Rami Malek, who poses a threat to the world's population. The film received positive reviews from critics and fans, praising its action sequences, emotional depth, and Daniel Craig's performance in his final outing as James Bond. The film's theme song, also titled "No Time to Die," was performed by Billie Eilish and co-written with her brother Finneas O'Connell, and won the Grammy Award for Best Song Written for Visual Media.

Each film in the James Bond franchise features high-stakes action, thrilling espionage, and a charismatic leading man who embodies the cool, confident spy persona that has made the character a cultural icon for over 50 years.