Paloma: Not a Bond Girl But The Perfect Ally for 007 Paloma is a Cuban intelligence operative, and currently employed by the Central Intelligence Agency. (CIA). Ana de Armas, a Cuban-Spanish actress, brings her portrayal of this minor character in No Time To Die (2021) to life, delivering an explosive and unforgettable performance that has … Read more
Nomi: The New Face of 007 M. Nomi holds the designation of 007 in the esteemed “Double-O” (00) branch, following the retirement of James Bond. This key character, brought to life by British actress Lashana Lynch, made her debut in the 2021 film No Time To Die. But don’t worry, she’s not a female James … Read more
Kincade: The Unsung Hero of Skyfall Kincade is the caretaker of the Skyfall Lodge, the historic property of the Bond family in Scotland. He comes to life in the 2012 film Skyfall, brought to the screen by the late British actor, Albert Finney, and is the only person to call James Bond a ‘jumped up … Read more
Strawberry Fields: From Professional Agent to Bond Girl Strawberry Fields is an MI6 intelligence agent, stationed in Bolivia through the British consulate. She makes an appearance in the 2008 film Quantum of Solace, and her job is to make sure Bond does as he’s told and heads back to London the next day. Played by … Read more
René Mathis serves as an Intelligence Operative for MI6. His character draws inspiration from a figure penned by Ian Fleming in his 1953 book, Casino Royale. Played by Italian actor, Giancarlo Giannini, the character makes his debut in the 2006 film adaptation of Casino Royale, and the role extends into the 2008 follow-up film, Quantum … Read more
Villiers is M’s right hand man in 2006 film Casino Royale, taking the place of Bill Tanner. Played by British actress Tobias Menzies, this minor character is the perfect assistant for M, as he plays everything by the book. Villiers After Bond’s erratic killing of bomb manufacturer, Mollaka, in Madagascar, M and Villiers attend a … Read more
Damian Falco – The All-American NSA Chief Damian Falco is a National Security Agency (NSA) Chief and ally in the 2002 James Bond film, Die Another Day. The character is portrayed by American actor Michael Madsen, and although he’s a minor character, he’s left a lasting impression. Damian Falco Damian Falco is one of the … Read more
Admiral Roebuck: An Authoritative Ally for James Bond Admiral Roebuck, an Admiral of the British Royal Navy, appears in the 1997 James Bond film, Tomorrow Never Dies. The character is portrayed by the late British actor Geoffrey Palmer, and the character was adapted for the Raymond Benson novelization that accompanies the film. Admiral Roebuck Admiral … Read more
Charles Robinson: A Vital Ally for Bond Charles Robinson serves as an assistant to MI6 and as the Deputy Chief of Staff, and was ushered in for the Bond movie Tomorrow Never Dies (1997) as a replacement for Bill Tanner. Played by British actor Colin Salmon, the character returned for The World Is Not Enough … Read more
Valentin Zukovsky: From KGB Agent to Bond Ally Valentin Dmitryovich Zukovsky, an ex-KGB intelligence officer, now Russian mafia head, who presently operates a bar, a casino, and a caviar factory, and a valuable ally for Bond. Portrayed by the late Robbie Coltrane, this recurring ally, first introduced in the 1995 James Bond film GoldenEye. Zukovsky’s … Read more
Jack Wade, a CIA operative, assists Bond in investigating the Janus Syndicate in the 1995 film GoldenEye. He returns in the 1997 film Tomorrow Never Dies, he briefly appears, portrayed by American actor Joe Don Baker, who had played villain Brad Whitaker in The Living Daylights back in 1987. Jack Wade also makes an appearance … Read more
Kamran Shah: The Bond Ally Fighting for Afghanistan Kamran Shah is a captivating character from the 1987 James Bond film, The Living Daylights (1987). Brought to life by Pakistani-born British actor Art Malik, Shah is the Deputy Commander of the Afghan Mujaheddin’s Eastern District amidst the tumultuous Soviet-Afghan War. He meets Bond while they’re both … Read more
Saunders: The Unsung Hero of The Living Daylights Saunders is the fictional Head of Section “V” Vienna, who was brought to life by British actor, Thomas Wheatley in the 1987 James Bond film, The Living Daylights. His character is the ultimate professional bureaucrat, and serves as an essential ally to Bond, but unfortunately he’s mixed … Read more
General Leonid Pushkin – A Key Figure in The Living Daylights Plot General Leonid Pushkin is a Soviet general and successor of the long standing Anatol Gogol. General Pushkin is a man of stature and intrigue, and his character is brought to life by British actor, John Rhys-Davies, making his sole appearance in the 1987 … Read more
Sir Godfrey Tibbett is an accomplished horse trainer with a secret life as a skilled operative for the Secret Intelligence Service (SIS/MI6). As a key ally to James Bond, Sir Godfrey plays a crucial role in the investigation of the enigmatic industrialist, Max Zorin. First brought to life by the late, British actor Patrick Macnee … Read more
Game, Set and Match: Vijay , Bond’s Trusty Ally in India Vijay is a resourceful character, who serves as a British Secret Service intelligence operative and James Bond’s trusted contact during his pursuit of Kamal Khan in India. As one of Bond’s key allies in the 1983 film Octopussy, he proves to be a vital … Read more
MI6’s Backbone: A Closer Look at Bill Tanner William ‘Bill’ Tanner is an indispensable character and a key member of the Secret Intelligence Service (MI6), playing a crucial role as M’s right-hand man, serving as the chief of staff with unwavering loyalty. Dive into the fascinating life of Bill Tanner as we explore his intriguing … Read more
James Bond’s Unlikely Ally: Smuggler, Milos Columbo Milos Columbo, a character from the world of James Bond, is a Greek smuggler with a complex history and a rivalry with the enigmatic Aris Kristatos. His persona was inspired by Enrico Colombo, a character from Ian Fleming’s short story “Risico,” which is part of the James Bond … Read more
From Jack Lord to Jeffrey Wright: The Many Faces of Felix Leiter Since his debut in Ian Fleming’s Casino Royale, Felix Leiter has been a prominent recurring character in the James Bond series. First appearing on screen in the film Dr. No (1962), the resourceful CIA agent has formed a lasting alliance and deep friendship … Read more
M in The World of James Bond As one of the most enduring and captivating characters in the James Bond series, ‘M’ has played a pivotal role in shaping the narrative and the world of espionage that Bond inhabits. As the head of the British Secret Service, MI6, M has been a constant figure throughout … Read more
Q from James Bond Q from James Bond has been an integral part of the iconic spy series, adding a unique touch of innovation, humor, and intelligence. He’s been portrayed by four actors, each bringing their unique qualities to the character. Spanning across novels and films for over six decades, the James Bond franchise has … Read more
Miss Moneypenny Miss Moneypenny is one of the longest-running characters in the James Bond movie series. From her first appearance in the first Bond, Dr. No in 1962, to her most recent outing in No Time To Die, she has been a perpetual fixture, starring in almost every Bond movie as a steadfast ally to … Read more