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He began acting with the drama The Power of One (1992), and had his breakthrough role in the drama serial Our Friends in the North (1996). He gained prominence for his supporting roles in films such as Elizabeth (1998), Lara Croft: Tomb Raider (2001), Road to Perdition (2002), Layer Cake (2004), and Munich (2005).
Are there 24 or 26 Bond films? ›
Collectively, the 25 James Bond films released by Eon Productions have grossed more than $7 billion at the box office. From Dr. No to No Time to Die (2021), Bond has been portrayed by several actors, including Connery, George Lazenby, Roger Moore, Timothy Dalton, Pierce Brosnan, and Daniel Craig.
Is No Time to Die ok for 12 year olds? ›
The violent scenes and scary visual images from No Time to Die mentioned above are likely to disturb children aged 8-13 years. Other than the scenes noted above, there's nothing of concern in No Time to Die for children aged over 13 years.
How old was Daniel Craig in Casino Royale? ›
Craig was only 38 when he took on the role in 2006's Casino Royale, younger than Brosnan and Dalton's respective first outings as James Bond.
Who is replacing Daniel Craig as James Bond? ›
According to reports from The Sun, the offer to portray Bond has been extended to Taylor-Johnson, and Eon Productions is eagerly awaiting his response to kickstart production on a new film. 'It's a big decision," James Bond producer Barbara Broccoli told Variety in 2022.
What did Sean Connery think of Daniel Craig's Bond? ›
Sean Connery Was A Fan Of Daniel Craig's Work
As it turned out, Sean Connery held a significant admiration for Daniel Craig, describing the selection of the latter as Bond – once met with controversy due to his blonde hair – as a “fantastic decision” for the iconic role.
Who was the least popular James Bond? ›
6) George Lazenby
Poor George Lazenby: forever fated to grace the bottom of every (proper) 007 ranking. The Australian actor donned the tuxedo for one solitary outing, 1969's On Her Majesty's Secret Service, and his Bond is certainly a lot less polished than many of the others.
Who is the new James Bond actor in 2024? ›
According to the Sun, an inside source said "Bond is Aaron's job, should he wish to accept it. The formal offer is on the table and they are waiting to hear back." At the time (March 2024), the report expected Eon to announce Taylor-Johnson as the next Bond "in the coming days."
Which actor played James Bond the most? ›
Holding the record for most Bond films starred in, Roger Moore steps in for an impressive 12-year, 7-film streak as James Bond. Though the quality of the films he starred in greatly varies, Moore became a pill much easier for audiences and fans to swallow.
What is the least violent James Bond movie? ›
George Lazenby's 007 kills the least amount of people, killing only 5 in his only Bond film On Her Majesty's Secret Service. In comparison to Lazenby's pacifist version of Bond, Brosnan's portrayal exudes unabashed violence absent from both the modern and original depiction of James Bond.
Given how Nomi mocks Bond's creaking body in the No Time To Die trailer, however, the 51/52 age feels more likely, while also lining up more accurately with Daniel Craig's real age.
Is No Time to Die the best Bond? ›
It isn't the sleekest or most daring 007 adventure, but No Time to Die concludes Daniel Craig's franchise tenure in satisfying style. It's very long and packed with plot, but No Time to Die says goodbye to Daniel Craig's Bond with all the action and excitement franchise fans expect.
Who is the youngest 007 actor? ›
As of 2021, George Lazenby is the youngest actor to portray 007, at age 29 during filming. The rest of the actors and their ages, in no particular order: Sir Sean Connery, 31; Sir Roger Moore, 45; Timothy Dalton, 40; Pierce Brosnan, 41; and Daniel Craig, 38.
What does the M stand for in James Bond? ›
Hey there, 'Q' stands for Quartermaster, who is the person 007 sees to obtain the gadgets he will be using for the mission. 'M' is the codeword given to the head of MI-6. In the Fleming novels, 'M's name was finally revealed in 'The Man With The Golden Gun' as Sir Miles Messervy.
Who was the oldest Bond actor? ›
A View to a Kill (1985) Moore starred in his final Bond film, A View to a Kill (1985). He was the oldest actor to have played Bond – he was 45 in Live and Let Die, and 58 when he announced his retirement on 3 December 1985, having played the part for over 12 years.
What was Daniel Craigs breakout role? ›
In 1996, Daniel starred in the BBC drama serial Our Friends in the North, which is considered his breakthrough role. Daniel appeared in three films in 1998; Love and Rage, Elizabeth, and Love Is the Devil: Study for a Portrait of Francis Bacon.
How did Daniel Craig get famous? ›
Craig achieved international fame with his portrayal of playboy spy James Bond in several films, beginning with Casino Royale (2006). Craig's father was a steelworker and later a pub owner, and his mother taught art.
What's up with Daniel Craig's accent? ›
Earlier this year, the "No Time To Die" actor told Empire that he had spent fourth months relearning the Blanc accent ahead of filming "Glass Onion." "I went away to work with an accent coach for three or four months before we started shooting," Craig said. "I'd forgotten the accent and I didn't want to do a pastiche.
Are Daniel Craig and Rachel Weisz still married? ›
The couple have been married since 2011, but it seems Rachel Weisz is keen to keep their work and private life separate.