Timothy Dalton’s second and final film was decades ahead of its time. It’s a brutal, bloody revenge story that paved the way for the darker Daniel Craig era. 13. For Your Eyes Only (1981)
Hampered by a writer’s strike, this direct sequel to Casino Royale feels frantic and underwritten. However, its gritty action and short runtime make it an easy, if unremarkable, watch. 18. Octopussy (1983) all james bond movies in order best
A prophetic look at "fake news" and media manipulation. Jonathan Pryce is a hammy delight as a Murdoch-esque villain, and Michelle Yeoh is arguably the most capable ally Bond ever had. 16. The Man with the Golden Gun (1974) Timothy Dalton’s second and final film was decades
Pierce Brosnan’s final outing was derailed by excessive CGI, an invisible car, and a plot involving DNA restructuring that felt more like sci-fi than spy fiction. Even a Halle Berry cameo couldn’t save this one. 24. A View to a Kill (1985) For Your Eyes Only (1981) Hampered by a
A grand, emotional farewell to Daniel Craig. While some fans were split on the ending, the cinematography and the introduction of Ana de Armas’s Paloma made it a modern classic. 11. Live and Let Die (1973)
Sean Connery returned for a massive paycheck, and it shows. The film has a campy, Las Vegas energy that feels a bit "Bond-lite," though the elevator fight remains a series highlight. 21. The World Is Not Enough (1999)
