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Dr. No

Play trailer Poster for Dr. No PG Released May 8, 1963 1h 50m Action Adventure Mystery & Thriller Play Trailer Watchlist
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In the film that launched the James Bond saga, Agent 007 (Sean Connery) battles mysterious Dr. No, a scientific genius bent on destroying the U.S. space program. As the countdown to disaster begins, Bond must go to Jamaica, where he encounters beautiful Honey Ryder (Ursula Andress), to confront a megalomaniacal villain in his massive island headquarters.
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Featuring plenty of the humor, action, and escapist thrills the series would become known for, Dr. No kicks off the Bond franchise in style.

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Wendy Ide Times (UK) The original James Bond film and still one of the best, Dr No is the Caribbean romp that launched Sean Connery's charming 007 on the world. Mar 21, 2024 Full Review Dave Kehr Chicago Reader All of the elements of the formula are there, but in pleasing moderation. Oct 13, 2008 Full Review Variety Staff Variety An entertaining piece of tongue-in-cheek action hokum. Mar 1, 2007 Full Review Rachel Wagner Rachel's Reviews (YouTube) Great start to the franchise Feb 6, 2025 Full Review Sarah Cortinaz InSession Film It’s is a great way to get the franchise off the ground and who better to do it than Sean Connery. It may be a little predictable with the storytelling, but it’s pure fun. Apr 23, 2024 Full Review Dilys Powell Sunday Times (UK) The first of the James Bond films (I trust there will be others) has the air of knowing exactly what it is up to, and that has not been common in British thrillers since the day when Hitchcock took himself off to America. Aug 8, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

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Rachael H Although the film is 60 years old it didnt seem like it. Lots of action and stunts and an undercover fisherman from the Cayman Islands - great! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/17/22 Full Review Liam D The one that started it all. It’s amazing that they got it right on the first go with almost everything being pitch perfect Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 02/17/25 Full Review Mark J A strong start to the series and can see why many more came afterwards. Love Sean Connery, the most perfecting casting and easily up there in the list of best James Bond films. Pretty simple plot and ridiculous costumes at the end make it. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/05/25 Full Review Greg R Bond, James Bond... One of the most famous lines of all time. Here we are introduced to what would continue to be one of the biggest franchises out there. Dr, No sets the stage and with its suave style and even with its low budget managed to feel more than it is. Dr. No has aged a bit over the years which adds to its charm but it is still a relevant film. Sean Connery proved his ability with much doubt when this film was released- not unlike Daniel Craig but Goldfinger remains his magnum opus. Yes Dr. No is ground zero and is definitely TOP BOND. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/31/25 Full Review Shukri R noah:says dr.no is my favourite movie! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/24/25 Full Review Jack S A fantastic movie that sets up Mr. Bond with the perfect image to continue the sequel. This movie primarily focuses on building Bond’s image which makes sense given it is the first of the successful series. He is portrayed as a charming spy often overpowered while on duty by his ever lasting want/need for women. Certain aspects of the movie can be improved, some areas of it could make more sense but ultimately this movie is what got people interested in franchise. A lack of action is its biggest weakness making the movie less appealing to action lovers who are used to action in todays spy movies, such as Mission Impossible and the modern 007. However again, this movie primarily focuses on building Bond’s character. Sean Connery was an absolutely perfect fit for this role and I’d argue his best acting ever was seen in this movie. Beyond Sean Connery Ursula Andress is the greatest Bond girl in history. Overall this is one of the best movies ever in the franchises history. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/27/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis In the film that launched the James Bond saga, Agent 007 (Sean Connery) battles mysterious Dr. No, a scientific genius bent on destroying the U.S. space program. As the countdown to disaster begins, Bond must go to Jamaica, where he encounters beautiful Honey Ryder (Ursula Andress), to confront a megalomaniacal villain in his massive island headquarters.
Director
Terence Young
Producer
Albert R. Broccoli, Harry Saltzman
Screenwriter
Ian Fleming, Richard Maibaum, Johanna Harwood
Distributor
United Artists
Production Co
Danjaq Productions, EON Productions
Rating
PG
Genre
Action, Adventure, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
May 8, 1963, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 1, 2016
Runtime
1h 50m
Sound Mix
Mono
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)
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