Dr. No
United Artists | Release Date: May 8, 1963
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kheasFeb 26, 2019
Being the first in the series, this one sets the bar for all to come. Sean Connery fits amazingly in the role, establishing himself as James Bond within the first few moments of the film. The film has a strong plot, and although it does touchBeing the first in the series, this one sets the bar for all to come. Sean Connery fits amazingly in the role, establishing himself as James Bond within the first few moments of the film. The film has a strong plot, and although it does touch on the improbable many times over, this is what makes a film like this fun. The fact that this film is able to make such an absurd and insane plot work is a testament to its timeliness. At its core, James Bond is an adventure story with underscores of science fiction and is certainly a film that requires a certain suspension of disbelief. https://latetothegame.blog/2019/01/03/key-movies-of-my-life-james-bond-edition-dr-no-1962/… Expand
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BobbyPeruJun 20, 2017
The first Bond film is still one of the best Bond films. It set the template for the rest. Connery was dangerous and rough as Bond. The island setting is beautiful. The emergence of Ursula Andress from the sea is a classic introduction ofThe first Bond film is still one of the best Bond films. It set the template for the rest. Connery was dangerous and rough as Bond. The island setting is beautiful. The emergence of Ursula Andress from the sea is a classic introduction of the first "Bond Girl" (who can handle herself quite well). Maybe not as fun as future Bonds, but a great start to the series.… Expand
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imthenoobNov 9, 2019
Connery brings Bond to life in the first of many Bond films that he starred in. I would say that it certainly plays heavy into the novel and doesn't do much to stray from the source material but that is a good thing. Dr No is a quick and funConnery brings Bond to life in the first of many Bond films that he starred in. I would say that it certainly plays heavy into the novel and doesn't do much to stray from the source material but that is a good thing. Dr No is a quick and fun movie that doesn't grow stale like other films in the franchise. To me, It's the gatekeeper of the Good to Great films. So if I consider it better than Dr No, which I believe is a good film, then I typically hold the compared film in high regard.… Expand
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gracjanskiSep 10, 2021
solid movie. Of course you need to have in mind, that this movie is from the early 60s, so some of the elements of the movie are not very professional. Anyway the location is interesting and Sean Connery is cool
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VidyaBumOct 22, 2021
Having watched 25 Bonds from Dr.No to Spectre, I place Dr. No at 7/25.

Whatever this movie did, the immediate sequels did it better. But that doesn't mean that it's not fascinating to see. Dr. No doesn't shine nearly as much as later ones,Having watched 25 Bonds from Dr.No to Spectre, I place Dr. No at 7/25.

Whatever this movie did, the immediate sequels did it better. But that doesn't mean that it's not fascinating to see. Dr. No doesn't shine nearly as much as later ones, but it has that feeling of novelty, of invention, of being a first at everything.

Several scenes are iconic and established so much about the series. History was made here.

Of course, some of it is a little janky, especially the action and some of the final fight. Yet besides the historical aspect and the heritage it created, it's an entirely solid movie in its own right, and all the wit, the Bondness, Connery putting the suit for the first time, it's all quite magical. The novelty is truly unique, it's the first Villain, the first Evil Lair, the first World Conquest Plan, the first Bond Girl, the first "Bond, James Bond"...and much more.

A must-see for Bond fans, a good movie in its own right, and a great first step in a very grand world.… Expand
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Kai82Dec 5, 2020
The movie that started one of the longest running and successful franchises. It is however not the first James Bond movie. Ian Fleming wanted to boost the popularity and (brand) recognition. He sold the rights for Casino Royale and a TV movieThe movie that started one of the longest running and successful franchises. It is however not the first James Bond movie. Ian Fleming wanted to boost the popularity and (brand) recognition. He sold the rights for Casino Royale and a TV movie staring Barry Nelson was made. It is a bastardized American version and Ian Fleming regretted it. It is no surprise that it is forgotten outside being an obscure point of James Bond trivia. But lets go back to this movie. It is the first movie and they have not perfected the formula that everyone knows for James Bond movies yet. This might sound too negative as it is a good James Bond movie. I mean that all the hallmarks and staples have not be developed, optimized or were later additions. For example there is no Q who will start appearing from the next movie onward and James Bond is also not like he would become later on. Even Sean Connery needed some time to develop his most famous role to the legendary recognition. Again this does not mean it is bad and I mention it only because it is unlikely that this will be your first movie in the franchise. For those who don't know: James Bond codename 007 is an MI6 agent/spy and one of the best in the business. He is also a gentleman, dandy, womanizer and master of many talents / professions. It is a fictional, romanticized fantasy of spy movies and the formula is a timeless classic. In his debut movie he is tasked with an investigation on Jamaica as the local chief of MI6 and his secretary were killed. Before their dead they themselves investigated of unknown radio signals jamming the launching of rockets. So starts the story. It is engaging and features a lot what makes the franchise great. The actors deliver also a good performance. We have Sean Connery who will become a legend in his most famous role. He delivers but will also improve in later movies. Fun fact: He wanted not to be limited to just be James Bond and I think he succeeded as he had many other remarkable roles. Ursula Andress as Honey Rider is unforgotten and has one of the most recognized scenes in the franchise. Joseph Wiseman as Dr. No is an excellent antagonist and started the list of enjoyable great villains. I think only Batman has a better rouges gallery than James Bond. The actors in combination with the director made this an enjoyable movie. The scenery and pacing is great. The soundtracks of the James bond movies are always excellent. I enjoyed listening to the CD with all title-songs and the James Bond theme is a timeless classic. I have heard it so often and still enjoy it ever time I watch a James Bond movie. Overall this is a really good start for the franchise. It is however not one of the best movies in the franchise and other movies optimized the formula. I know this is an unfair comparison but also valid.… Expand
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kyle20ellisMar 18, 2022
I am a fan of the series, though I do have to admit there are some bad eggs and some golden treasures. Dr No is one of the golden treasures, along with Goldfinger and From Russia with Love. Dr No also happened to start this great series off,I am a fan of the series, though I do have to admit there are some bad eggs and some golden treasures. Dr No is one of the golden treasures, along with Goldfinger and From Russia with Love. Dr No also happened to start this great series off, and with great style and panache. It is very cleverly conceived, and remains true to the essence of the novels. The cinematography and locations are stunning, and the music and theme song are wonderful. The action sequences are simply terrific, the atmosphere is appropriately exotic and the humour displayed is very witty. The dialogue is great, the plot is well done and the direction is solid. Ursula Andress couldn't have asked for a better entrance, while the ever suave and charismatic Sean Connery is perfect as the dashing, debonair and ruthless title character. Overall, a great start to a great series on the whole. 10/10 Bethany Cox… Expand
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fukutopiaJul 20, 2017
Decided to watch all of the James Bond films in order. For some it will be a revisit, others a first time viewing. This is the typical over-the-top 1960s action — subtlety is nonexistent. Sean Connery is not my favorite Bond, but he's quiteDecided to watch all of the James Bond films in order. For some it will be a revisit, others a first time viewing. This is the typical over-the-top 1960s action — subtlety is nonexistent. Sean Connery is not my favorite Bond, but he's quite fun…and somehow perfect for the super-misogynistic, unintentionally-racist debut of the franchise.… Expand
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alejandro970Apr 17, 2022
It's common knowledge that Sean Connery (may God have his glory) always hated the iconic 007 but, we can't help but remember him for that role! It is true that it differs in some details from the original book but the typical details are aIt's common knowledge that Sean Connery (may God have his glory) always hated the iconic 007 but, we can't help but remember him for that role! It is true that it differs in some details from the original book but the typical details are a delight: the exotic places, the beautiful women and the megalomaniac villain.… Expand
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eva3si0nSep 24, 2018
The first movie about Mr. Bond. You expect to see classics of cinema about spies. Upon you see the average movie on quality. In which only who perfectly plays - young Sean Connery. Plot absolutely boring and trivial. The movie obviously notThe first movie about Mr. Bond. You expect to see classics of cinema about spies. Upon you see the average movie on quality. In which only who perfectly plays - young Sean Connery. Plot absolutely boring and trivial. The movie obviously not applies for a lot of things, and everything would be normal if not awful work of make-up artists. So it was necessary to spoil Sean Connery to try. Why was to him to paint lips? It I not to understanding.… Expand
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NBFCJan 9, 2018
While it may seem a bit lacking now compared to later larger-than-life adventures, there is something charming about this more lean and gritty affair that made then-unknown Scottish actor and King of Cool Sean Connery into an internationalWhile it may seem a bit lacking now compared to later larger-than-life adventures, there is something charming about this more lean and gritty affair that made then-unknown Scottish actor and King of Cool Sean Connery into an international celebrity. The whole affair moves at a nice leisurely pace and the plot is more character-driven compared to other entries.

The Jamaican local is always gorgeous to look at as well as the first Bond girl ever…Honey Rider. Plus, it also gave us one of the most iconic theme tunes in cinematic history courtesy of one of my favorite film composers of all time…John Barry.… Expand
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amheretojudgeMay 6, 2019
Young and Connery are onto something here, who knows how long will it last(!), for now it is a sight to behold.

Dr. No Young gives this everlasting legacy, the perfect introduction it required, a bit briskly and awful lot of raunchy. ThisYoung and Connery are onto something here, who knows how long will it last(!), for now it is a sight to behold.

Dr. No

Young gives this everlasting legacy, the perfect introduction it required, a bit briskly and awful lot of raunchy. This mixture of genre that was present in Ian Fleming's book, is amped up to a cinematic level with a vocab so common and physically connective to the audience that it does reach to places where your usual projection doesn't. And since the inception of this franchise, ergo, this chapter, it didn't practically see the global phenomenon that it will spiral out in later years. And what has been fascinating about the franchise is how connected it is to the art behind the project that despite of getting an attention as such, the commercial aspect of this infamous character doesn't affect the quality of its vocab.

The storyline, even to this day, is kept above all the box office numbers, and is probably why this is one of those rare banners that holds up with time. Terence Young, the director, isn't bringing anything new on the table, but his skills on jumping from one sequence to another with a linear track, following only its lead character is a bold risk that pays off well in here. Usually, such a narration can be off putting or felt overridden, but with Sean Connery's perspective that we, as an audience, share, the risks are communicated and the thrills feared.

Speaking of whom, Connery started the dialogue deliveries to be delivered with a panache that mostly comes from his body language than his drunken yet firm voice. There is a smoothness on the punches he punches and physical acts shot in one shot, these little moments are much more valuable than the tricks, he keeps pulling out of his awe-gasping gadgets. With only one weak link of antagonist called Dr. No- primarily because he has very little skin in the game- Connery is the best asset of London's Secret Service.… Expand
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LoletinAlexisDec 6, 2020
Dr. No is simply the beginning of something that no one saw coming: the longest running and (possibly) most successful saga in cinema.
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FilipeNetoFeb 16, 2018
The born of a cinema symbol

In this film, the first of the Bond franchise, we see how the British secret agent going to the Bahamas in order to investigate the mysterious Dr. No, which believed to be responsible for the disappearance ofThe born of a cinema symbol

In this film, the first of the Bond franchise, we see how the British secret agent going to the Bahamas in order to investigate the mysterious Dr. No, which believed to be responsible for the disappearance of several people, including another agent.

This film is much simpler than other movies that followed, but contains one of the most iconic scenes of the franchise: the first appearance of Bond, sitting at the table of baccarat, saying his staff "Bond ... James Bond". Since then, we repeatedly hear this presentation that everyone (even those who don't appreciate the character) associate today to the British agent. Directed by Terence Young, the film features Sean Connery as Bond, in a role that will immortalize him. The actor shares the scene with Ursula Andress, the first "Bond-girl" (It was the biggest role of her career, followed by a series of participation's in B movies and in another Bond film, made on the sidelines of the official franchise). Bernard Lee and Lois Maxwell also here begin their passage through the franchise as M, head of British intelligence, and his secretary, Miss Moneypenny.

This movie, despite being simpler and not having the commercial apparatus of next films, is still a classic that is at the heart of any Bond fan. Thus was born one of the longest, lasting and fruitful film franchises ever.… Expand
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jamesbaldSep 25, 2018
And it all started from here: cult film of the saga that has been filling the halls for over fifty years. The use of some twists, brilliant dialogues, sumptuous set designs, breathtaking pursuits and intriguing expedients, Ursula Andress asAnd it all started from here: cult film of the saga that has been filling the halls for over fifty years. The use of some twists, brilliant dialogues, sumptuous set designs, breathtaking pursuits and intriguing expedients, Ursula Andress as the Bond girl and a good Sean Connery. A soundtrack worthy of any Oscar. A classic action/spy film. Dr. No is a formidable villain, but the "dragon" scene is ridiculous. Beautiful instead the one of the casino, where our spy plays baccarat, or to be exact Chemin-de-fer (https://casino.guru/baccarat-rules-strategy-guide-), the whole thing embellished by dialogues and the beautiful bond girl.
Although the character James Bond is not yet defined, and this is not to be considered the best of the saga, it still remains a classic.… Expand
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Experiment626Sep 9, 2022
Nothing compares to classic bond. Connery is the definitive bond. This is what made the movie going public fall in love with Bond.
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DawdlingPoetNov 24, 2021
I can understand why this is regarded as one of the better older James Bond films. Connery certainly represents a very smooth and sophisticated agent Bond. I liked some of the plot elements and chase scenes etc. An enjoyable watch, it's quiteI can understand why this is regarded as one of the better older James Bond films. Connery certainly represents a very smooth and sophisticated agent Bond. I liked some of the plot elements and chase scenes etc. An enjoyable watch, it's quite stylish at times. I also find it amusing seeing the then cutting edge technology portrayed - given this film dates from the 1960s, it all looks very out of date but then that adds a certain charm to it I suppose. If your a fan of Bond films, then yes, I'd recommend this.… Expand
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ArtazurJan 9, 2021
The great entry into a great movie franchise. And still today i enjoy this movie.
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ProfAmateurApr 27, 2023
Don't forget this movie was from 1962. For that I find it good, especially because many scenes were shot outside and not in a studio.
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Onlyclassicvg1Jul 26, 2022
Summary: A resourceful British government agent seeks answers in a case involving the disappearance of a colleague and the disruption of the American space program.
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SoapNuggetJun 24, 2021
Dr No, while still being a classic, hasn't aged the best but is still an enjoyable (often boring) entry in the Bond franchise
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MrPajamasFeb 17, 2021
This is where it all began. The first part of the legendary series 007. Did it start well? Yes. For many people, Sean Connery is the best Bond, although I'm more in favor of Pierce Brosnan. The story is good and gradually takes us to anThis is where it all began. The first part of the legendary series 007. Did it start well? Yes. For many people, Sean Connery is the best Bond, although I'm more in favor of Pierce Brosnan. The story is good and gradually takes us to an island that is beautiful and the power of the solar atmosphere will reach you through the screen. In short, a good movie that I can recommend.… Expand
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511andahalfFeb 5, 2021
Very solid film to start off the James Bond series off with. Connery is perfect and shows so much charisma and class. The cinematography is great, Dr No and Honey Ryder are memorable characters too, though I wish Dr No got more screen time.Very solid film to start off the James Bond series off with. Connery is perfect and shows so much charisma and class. The cinematography is great, Dr No and Honey Ryder are memorable characters too, though I wish Dr No got more screen time. Overall, pretty good film.… Expand
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Gamzguy17Aug 21, 2021
Engaging today and particularly in '62, this debut of the popular film adaptations of Ian Fleming's 007/James Bond series lays down the template for all other subsequent entries. The suave, masculine charms of Bond (portrayed well by SeanEngaging today and particularly in '62, this debut of the popular film adaptations of Ian Fleming's 007/James Bond series lays down the template for all other subsequent entries. The suave, masculine charms of Bond (portrayed well by Sean Connery), the attractive female companions, the over-the-top villains, and of course, the innovative action that leaves the audience in wonder. 'Dr. No' and the future 007 films serve as How-to-do Popcorn Flicks 101.… Expand
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HeroicAge616Oct 26, 2021
Although slow-paced compared to later entries, Dr. No is a classic introduction for an iconic hero.
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royalguy07Feb 27, 2023
Sean Connery is really perfect in this, and unbelievably horny, even sleeping with known spies who are trying to murder him. The production design is great. The story, villain, and Bond girl in this are all pretty flimsy.
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liamexeNov 6, 2022
Although this movie moves along very slowly, it is nevertheless entertaining. It has the best Bond actor ever (Sean Connery), the customary gorgeous women, an intriguing villain, incredible set design by Ken Adams, etc. The movie doesn'tAlthough this movie moves along very slowly, it is nevertheless entertaining. It has the best Bond actor ever (Sean Connery), the customary gorgeous women, an intriguing villain, incredible set design by Ken Adams, etc. The movie doesn't really build up much suspense, the one-liners aren't quite there, and the female essentially does nothing but give scenery.… Expand
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GDsReviewsJun 7, 2022
The debut of James Bond and Sean Connery as Bond is certainly a milestone in film history, but it has aged extremely badly due to obvious yellow facing.

Fun fact about this movie is that it got translated into Japanese at first as "We Don'tThe debut of James Bond and Sean Connery as Bond is certainly a milestone in film history, but it has aged extremely badly due to obvious yellow facing.

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