The James Bond film series, based on the iconic character created by Ian Fleming, has captivated audiences for decades with its thrilling blend of espionage, action, and glamour. Since the release of the first film in 1962, the suave British MI6 secret agent, codenamed 007, has been portrayed by several actors, each bringing their own flair to the role.
With a legacy spanning over 25 films, the franchise showcases Bond’s adventures around the globe as he battles sinister villains, navigates high-stakes missions, and delivers unforgettable one-liners. For the most passionate fans, here is a list of all James Bond (007) movies in order.
1. Dr. No
| Release | 1962 |
| Bond Actor | Sean Connery |
Dr. No (1962) is the first 007 film, and the story follows Bond as he is sent to Jamaica to investigate the disappearance of a fellow agent. His mission leads him to the mysterious Dr. Julius No, a megalomaniacal scientist plotting to disrupt the U.S. space program with his advanced nuclear technology.
With help from allies like Quarrel and the captivating Honey Ryder (played by Ursula Andress), Bond uncovers Dr. No’s lair on Crab Key Island. Known for its exotic locations, iconic villains, and the debut of Bond’s trademark style, Dr. No set the stage for one of cinema’s most enduring franchises.
2. From Russia With Love
| Release | 1963 |
| Bond Actor | Sean Connery |
From Russia with Love (1963) is the second film in the James Bond series, starring Sean Connery as 007. The story follows Bond as he is lured into a trap by SPECTRE, an international criminal organization seeking revenge for Dr. No’s death. Posing as Soviet agents, SPECTRE uses a beautiful Russian consulate clerk, Tatiana Romanova (played by Daniela Bianchi), and a cryptographic device called the Lektor to bait Bond into a deadly mission.
From Istanbul’s underground tunnels to a suspenseful train journey aboard the Orient Express, Bond faces cunning foes like assassin Red Grant (Robert Shaw) and Rosa Klebb (Lotte Lenya). Packed with intrigue, espionage, and thrilling action, From Russia with Love elevated the Bond franchise with its complex plot and heightened stakes.
3. Goldfinger
| Release | 1964 |
| Bond Actor | Sean Connery |
Goldfinger (1964) is the third film in the James Bond series. This time, 007 is tasked with investigating the enigmatic gold magnate Auric Goldfinger (played by Gert Fröbe), who is suspected of gold smuggling and larger, sinister ambitions. The mission takes Bond from Miami to Switzerland, uncovering Goldfinger’s plan, known as “Operation Grand Slam,” to irradiate the gold reserves at Fort Knox, increasing his wealth and destabilizing the global economy.
With the help of Bond’s gadget-equipped Aston Martin DB5 and the resourceful pilot Pussy Galore (Honor Blackman), he works to foil the villain’s plot. Featuring iconic moments, memorable gadgets, and the unforgettable henchman Oddjob, Goldfinger is often hailed as one of the greatest entries in the Bond franchise.
4. Thunderball
| Release | 1965 |
| Bond Actor | Sean Connery |
Thunderball (1965) is the fourth James Bond film, featuring 007 in a high-stakes mission to recover two stolen nuclear warheads. The international crime syndicate SPECTRE, led by Emilio Largo (played by Adolfo Celi), holds the world hostage with a threat to detonate the weapons unless a massive ransom is paid.
Bond’s mission takes him to the Bahamas, where he infiltrates Largo’s inner circle with the help of Domino (Claudine Auger), Largo’s mistress, who has her own reasons for seeking revenge. Packed with underwater action sequences, thrilling gadgets, and exotic locations, Thunderball set new standards for scale and spectacle in the Bond series and became one of its most successful entries.
5. You Only Live Twice
| Release | 1967 |
| Bond Actor | Sean Connery |
You Only Live Twice (1967) is the fifth James Bond film. When U.S. and Soviet spacecraft mysteriously disappear, escalating Cold War tensions, Bond is sent to Japan to investigate. He discovers that SPECTRE, led by the sinister Ernst Stavro Blofeld (Donald Pleasence), is behind the abductions, operating from a hidden base inside a volcanic crater.
With the help of Japanese secret service agent Tiger Tanaka and the resourceful Aki (Akiko Wakabayashi), Bond undergoes a covert transformation to infiltrate Blofeld’s operation and prevent global nuclear war. Known for its spectacular set design, breathtaking action, and introduction of Blofeld’s iconic appearance, You Only Live Twice takes the Bond franchise to thrilling new heights.
6. On Her Majesty’s Secret Service
| Release | 1969 |
| Bond Actor | George Lazenby |
On Her Majesty’s Secret Service (1969) marks George Lazenby’s debut as James Bond in a story that blends action with emotional depth. Bond goes undercover to investigate Blofeld (Telly Savalas), the head of SPECTRE, who is hiding in a remote mountaintop research facility in the Swiss Alps. Posing as a genealogist, Bond uncovers Blofeld’s plot to unleash a deadly biological weapon to threaten global agriculture.
Along the way, Bond falls in love with Tracy di Vicenzo (Diana Rigg), a strong and independent woman who becomes his greatest ally. Featuring thrilling ski chases, daring espionage, and a deeply emotional conclusion, On Her Majesty’s Secret Service is a standout entry in the Bond series, exploring a more vulnerable side of 007.
7. Diamonds Are Forever
| Release | 1971 |
| Bond Actor | Sean Connery |
Diamonds Are Forever (1971) has Bond sent to investigate a diamond smuggling operation, only to uncover a much larger plot orchestrated by his nemesis, Ernst Stavro Blofeld (Charles Gray). Blofeld plans to use the stolen diamonds to power a space-based laser weapon, threatening global security.
Bond’s mission takes him from Amsterdam to the glamorous casinos of Las Vegas, where he faces off against eccentric assassins Mr. Wint and Mr. Kidd, and teams up with the bold and resourceful Tiffany Case (Jill St. John). Filled with humor, intrigue, and high-stakes action, Diamonds Are Forever delivers a sparkling entry in the Bond series.
8. Live and Let Die
| Release | 1973 |
| Bond Actor | Roger Moore |
Live and Let Die (1973) sees Bond sent to investigate the deaths of three MI6 agents, uncovering a connection to Dr. Kananga (Yaphet Kotto), a Caribbean dictator and drug lord. Kananga’s plot involves flooding the U.S. heroin market to gain dominance.
Bond navigates a world of voodoo rituals, tarot readings, and criminal empires, with the help of Solitaire (Jane Seymour), a psychic under Kananga’s control. Featuring daring boat chases, crocodile escapes, and a distinctive soundtrack by Paul McCartney & Wings, Live and Let Die blends action, suspense, and a fresh energy that revitalized the Bond franchise.
9. The Man With The Golden Gun
| Release | 1974 |
| Bond Actor | Roger Moore |
The Man with the Golden Gun (1974) stars Bond in a high-stakes duel against a deadly assassin. Bond is pitted against Francisco Scaramanga (Christopher Lee), a master marksman who wields a golden gun and charges a million dollars per kill.
The mission takes Bond across exotic locations in Asia, as he uncovers Scaramanga’s involvement in a plot to harness solar energy for global domination. Along the way, Bond teams up with Mary Goodnight (Britt Ekland) and faces off in a final showdown on Scaramanga’s secluded island. Filled with suspense, action, and memorable characters, The Man with the Golden Gun delivers a stylish and adventurous entry in the Bond series.
10. The Spy Who Loved Me
| Release | 1977 |
| Bond Actor | Roger Moore |
The Spy Who Loved Me (1977) is a standout entry in the series. When British and Soviet submarines mysteriously vanish, Bond teams up with Soviet agent Major Anya Amasova (Barbara Bach) to investigate.
Their mission leads them to the megalomaniacal shipping tycoon Karl Stromberg (Curt Jürgens), who plans to create an underwater utopia by triggering a global nuclear war. With thrilling action sequences, the introduction of the iconic Lotus Esprit submarine car, and the menacing henchman Jaws (Richard Kiel), The Spy Who Loved Me is a spectacular mix of intrigue, romance, and larger-than-life adventure.
11. Moonraker
| Release | 1979 |
| Bond Actor | Roger Moore |
Moonraker (1979) takes Bond on a gravity-defying adventure into space. When a Moonraker space shuttle is mysteriously hijacked, Bond is assigned to investigate, uncovering a sinister plot by the shuttle’s creator, billionaire Hugo Drax (Michael Lonsdale). Drax plans to wipe out humanity and repopulate Earth with a genetically “perfect” race from his orbital space station.
With the help of NASA scientist Dr. Holly Goodhead (Lois Chiles), Bond races against time to stop Drax’s apocalyptic plan. Featuring stunning locations, thrilling action sequences, and the return of the towering henchman Jaws (Richard Kiel), Moonraker delivers an out-of-this-world entry in the Bond franchise.
12. For Your Eyes Only
| Release | 1981 |
| Bond Actor | Roger Moore |
For Your Eyes Only (1981) brings Bond back to Earth in a grounded, action-packed mission. When a British spy ship carrying a top-secret missile control system sinks off the coast of Greece, Bond is tasked with recovering it before it falls into enemy hands.
The mission leads him to Melina Havelock (Carole Bouquet), a woman seeking revenge for her parents’ murder, and a deadly confrontation with smugglers and spies. Featuring breathtaking ski chases, underwater battles, and a more serious tone, For Your Eyes Only returns the Bond series to its espionage roots with a story of revenge, betrayal, and high-stakes intrigue.
13. Octopussy
| Release | 1983 |
| Bond Actor | Roger Moore |
Octopussy (1983) features Bond as he investigates the mysterious death of a fellow agent and uncovers a plot involving a priceless Fabergé egg, an international smuggling ring, and a Soviet plan to trigger a nuclear disaster in Europe.
The trail leads him to Octopussy (Maud Adams), a powerful and enigmatic woman who runs a luxurious circus and a criminal empire. With daring stunts, including Bond clinging to the outside of a plane, and stunning locations in India and Germany, Octopussy blends action, intrigue, and humor for a memorable entry in the Bond series.
14. A View to a Kill
| Release | 1985 |
| Bond Actor | Roger Moore |
A View to a Kill (1985) pits Bond in an action-packed battle against a psychopathic industrialist. Bond is tasked with investigating Max Zorin (Christopher Walken), a power-hungry tycoon plotting to destroy Silicon Valley and dominate the microchip market.
With the help of geologist Stacey Sutton (Tanya Roberts), Bond uncovers Zorin’s plan to trigger a catastrophic earthquake. Featuring the menacing henchwoman May Day (Grace Jones), a memorable Eiffel Tower chase, and an epic showdown on the Golden Gate Bridge, A View to a Kill delivers thrilling action and a fitting finale to Moore’s Bond era.
15. The Living Daylights
| Release | 1987 |
| Bond Actor | Timothy Dalton |
The Living Daylights (1987) has Bond assigned to help a Soviet general, Georgi Koskov (Jeroen Krabbé), defect to the West, but the situation becomes more complex when Koskov is kidnapped back by a mysterious assassin.
Bond uncovers a global arms deal and a conspiracy involving Koskov and a ruthless arms dealer, Brad Whitaker (Joe Don Baker). Along the way, Bond teams up with Kara Milovy (Maryam d’Abo), a cellist unknowingly caught in the web of intrigue. With its blend of Cold War espionage, intense action sequences, and a more serious take on 007, The Living Daylights reinvigorates the Bond series.
16. Licence to Kill
| Release | 1989 |
| Bond Actor | Timothy Dalton |
Licence to Kill (1989) showcases Bond in one of the darkest and most personal missions of the series. After his friend and CIA ally Felix Leiter is brutally attacked by a ruthless drug lord, Franz Sanchez (Robert Davi), Bond goes rogue, resigning from MI6 to seek vengeance.
Infiltrating Sanchez’s inner circle, Bond dismantles his drug empire from within, aided by resourceful CIA pilot Pam Bouvier (Carey Lowell) and gadgetry from Q (Desmond Llewelyn). With intense action, a gritty tone, and high-stakes drama, Licence to Kill is a bold and uncompromising entry in the Bond franchise.
17. GoldenEye
| Release | 1995 |
| Bond Actor | Pierce Brosnan |
GoldenEye (1995) revitalized the franchise with a fresh and thrilling take on the iconic spy. Bond faces a deadly new threat when the powerful satellite weapon, GoldenEye, is stolen by former MI6 agent Alec Trevelyan (Sean Bean), who is seeking revenge on the British government.
As Trevelyan plans to use the satellite to trigger a global financial meltdown, Bond teams up with the resourceful Natalia Simonova (Izabella Scorupco), a Russian computer expert, to stop him. With breathtaking action, a memorable villain, and a modernized take on 007, GoldenEye ushered in a new era for the Bond series, blending traditional elements with contemporary flair.
18. Tomorrow Never Dies
| Release | 1997 |
| Bond Actor | Pierce Brosnan |
Tomorrow Never Dies (1997) features Bond in a high-stakes mission against a media mogul bent on creating global chaos. Elliott Carver (Jonathan Pryce), a billionaire media tycoon, seeks to ignite World War III by manipulating international tensions through his global news network. Bond is sent to stop him, uncovering a plot that involves stolen stealth ships and a dangerously sophisticated plan to provoke a military conflict.
Along the way, Bond teams up with Wai Lin (Michelle Yeoh), a Chinese secret agent, to stop Carver’s deadly scheme. Packed with thrilling action, a memorable villain, and strong performances, Tomorrow Never Dies is a fast-paced and modern Bond adventure.
19. The World Is Not Enough
| Release | 1999 |
| Bond Actor | Pierce Brosnan |
The World Is Not Enough (1999) features Bond on a mission to protect an oil heiress, Elektra King (Sophie Marceau), from a mysterious assassin. After her father’s death, Elektra inherits a major oil pipeline but is targeted by Renard (Robert Carlyle), a terrorist who cannot feel pain and has a plan to destroy the pipeline and trigger a global energy crisis.
As Bond uncovers a web of deception involving betrayal, political intrigue, and nuclear threats, he also forms a complicated relationship with Elektra. With thrilling action sequences, a complex villain, and a strong emotional core, The World Is Not Enough explores Bond’s vulnerabilities while delivering intense action and intrigue.
20. Die Another Day
| Release | 2002 |
| Bond Actor | Pierce Brosnan |
Die Another Day (2002) sees Bond captured during a mission in North Korea, enduring months of torture before being released in a prisoner exchange. Once back in the field, he investigates a dangerous diamond magnate, Gustav Graves (Toby Stephens), who is using a satellite weapon to threaten international peace.
Bond teams up with the mysterious Jinx (Halle Berry), a fellow operative, to uncover Graves’ true intentions and stop him before it’s too late. Featuring spectacular action sequences, futuristic gadgets, and a stunning ice palace, Die Another Day blends traditional Bond elements with modern flair, concluding Brosnan’s tenure with a larger-than-life adventure.
21. Casino Royale
| Release | 2006 |
| Bond Actor | Daniel Craig |
Casino Royale (2006) marks the reboot of Bond in a gritty, reinvigorated take on the iconic character, and is based on the very first novel featuring the MI6 agent by Ian Fleming. The film follows Bond’s early days as 007, where he embarks on a high-stakes mission to stop Le Chiffre (Mads Mikkelsen), a financier for international terrorists, who is using a poker game at Casino Royale in Montenegro to raise money.
Bond must outplay Le Chiffre in the game while navigating a world of deception, betrayal, and dangerous intrigue. Along the way, he develops a complicated relationship with Vesper Lynd (Eva Green), a treasury official. With a raw, emotional depth, intense action, and a more vulnerable Bond, Casino Royale redefined the franchise and is considered one of the best entries in the series.
22. Quantum of Solace
| Release | 2008 |
| Bond Actor | Daniel Craig |
Quantum of Solace (2008) picks up directly after Casino Royale, with Daniel Craig returning as James Bond on a mission of personal vengeance. Bond is seeking justice for the death of his beloved Vesper Lynd and uncovers a secretive criminal organization, Quantum, which operates behind various global power players.
His pursuit leads him to Dominic Greene (Mathieu Amalric), a corrupt businessman using an environmental front to control water resources in Bolivia. Bond teams up with Camille (Olga Kurylenko), a woman with her own vendetta against Greene, as they navigate a world of betrayal and deception. With intense action and a darker tone, Quantum of Solace explores Bond’s emotional turmoil while delivering high-octane thrills.
23. Skyfall
| Release | 2012 |
| Bond Actor | Daniel Craig |
Skyfall (2012) is a deeper exploration of MI6, and with its operations compromised, Bond’s loyalty to M and the agency is put to the test. The villain, Raoul Silva (Javier Bardem), a former MI6 agent with a personal vendetta against M, orchestrates a series of attacks to destroy her and the organization.
Bond’s mission takes him from London to Shanghai, and finally to a dramatic showdown at M’s childhood home in Scotland. With stunning cinematography, a deeper exploration of Bond’s past, and themes of loyalty and resilience, Skyfall is both a thrilling spy adventure and a tribute to the franchise’s legacy.
24. Spectre
| Release | 2015 |
| Bond Actor | Daniel Craig |
Spectre (2015) sees Bond facing a shadowy criminal organization known as SPECTRE, which has been secretly manipulating events and figures in his life for years. Bond uncovers a web of connections leading back to his past, particularly to the mysterious Franz Oberhauser (Christoph Waltz), who reveals himself as the leader of SPECTRE and a key figure in Bond’s formative history.
As Bond delves deeper into the organization’s operations, he uncovers a plot to gain control over global surveillance networks, threatening worldwide security. Bond’s loyalty to MI6 and M (Ralph Fiennes) is tested, while he also forms a complex relationship with the enigmatic Dr. Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux). With thrilling action, stunning locations, and a personal story that ties together past films, Spectre explores Bond’s emotional depth while delivering high-stakes espionage.
25. No Time To Die
| Release | 2021 |
| Bond Actor | Daniel Craig |
No Time to Die (2021) is set after the events of Spectre, in which Bond has retired to a quiet life in Jamaica, but he is pulled back into the world of espionage when his old friend, Felix Leiter (Jeffrey Wright), asks for his help to track down a missing scientist. Bond discovers a new threat in the form of Safin (Rami Malek), a mysterious villain armed with a deadly bioweapon capable of targeting individuals by their DNA.
As Bond confronts his past, including his complex relationship with Dr. Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux), he faces personal sacrifices, high-stakes action, and a final mission that ties up key threads from his career. No Time to Die blends heart-pounding suspense with emotional depth, offering a fitting and poignant farewell to Craig’s iconic portrayal of Bond.