GoldenEye

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GoldenEye

PG-13

Released Nov 17, 1995

2h 10m

Action

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When a powerful satellite system falls into the hands of Alec Trevelyan, AKA Agent 006 (Sean Bean), a former ally-turned-enemy, only James Bond (Pierce Brosnan) can save the world from an awesome space weapon that -- in one short pulse -- could destroy the earth! As Bond squares off against his former compatriot, he also battles Trevelyan's stunning ally, Xenia Onatopp (Famke Janssen), an assassin who uses pleasure as her ultimate weapon.

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Critics Consensus

The first and best Pierce Brosnan Bond film, GoldenEye brings the series into a more modern context, and the result is a 007 entry that's high-tech, action-packed, and urbane.

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David Hunter

The Hollywood Reporter

With a dynamite opening reel that showcases the series renewed vigor, GoldenEye is two hours of well-executed thrills, high-tech mayhem and one-of-a-kind comedy.

Nov 19, 2019

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Michael Wilmington

Chicago Tribune

James Bond, the British spy with a taste for the high life and a license to kill, comes back in surprisingly hardy and supple form.

Rated: 3/4

Oct 28, 2015

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Doug Thomas

Seattle Times

Brosnan's right there, born to play the part. Perhaps by design, he captures a bit from each predecessor -- the panache of Sean Connery, the cheeky humor of Roger Moore, the serious grit of Timothy Dalton.

Rated: 3.5/4

Oct 28, 2015

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Sarah Cortinaz

InSession Film

This new era of Brosnan films became a little campy as time went on, but Goldeneye stands out among the rest.

Apr 23, 2024

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Danielle Solzman

Solzy at the Movies

GoldenEye remains the best Pierce Brosnan film of the James Bond franchise.

Rated: 4/5

Dec 19, 2022

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Carson Timar

ButteredPopcorn

GoldenEye tried to breathe new life into the franchise and it succeeded!

Rated: B+

Aug 28, 2022

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thiago s

Filme mais ou menos, o roteiro é fraco, as cenas são mais ou menos, a história é fraca, o elenco é fraco, e ninguém ajuda a melhorar o filme, os personagens são fracos, e o filme deveria ter cenas bem melhores e relevantes, para fazer o filme ser bom, as cenas de ação e a parte final do filme deram uma salvada.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

08/16/25

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R V.

GoldenEye was released at an interesting time in world and cinematic history — the Cold War had just ended, some saw Bond as a relic, and audiences were ready to move on. Instead, GoldenEye modernized the franchise without selling out, and reintroduced Bond as a cold, cunning operator with just enough charm to keep you guessing. Pierce Brosnan delivered a proper mix of Sean Connery’s old school charm and what later would be Daniel Craig’s harder edge brooding. The tank chase through the streets of St. Petersburg is, on its own, a good reason to watch.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/06/25

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Eric B

Not only is Goldeneye by far Pierce Brosnan‘s best Bond film, it’s one of the best of the entire franchise. It’s a must see whether you’re a Bond fan or just an action fan in general. Goldeneye tells an incredible story, with awesome action and gadgets that will excite all fans. The villain of the story and the relationship with Bond is what makes this one stand out as an S Tier James Bond film. It’s a shame they were never able to come close to this films greatness again under Pierce Brosnan‘s tenure as the British spy.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/29/25

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Audience Member

Fun, fun movie. Brosnan is my personal favorite Bond. He is James Bond. The movies that he is in are not the best necessarily from a technical perspective. But they understand the character of Bond and write him very well. The witty one-liners and various Bond girls are hilarious. Action and villains are fun too. Fun movie.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

07/16/25

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Brian H

Brosnan introduction as Bond is fantastic and re-energizing. The Bond ladies of this film are the definitions of beauty and strength, truly making this Bond a wonderful addition to the Bond lore. Good solid bad guy, wonderful evil side distraction that makes their scenes. A Bond film NOT to be missed.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

07/03/25

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Stephen C

Success in 2 hours and 10 minutes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Rated PG-13 for Sequences of Violence, Sequences of Action and Some Sexuality!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The USA grossed over $106,000,000.00!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/01/25

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Synopsis

When a powerful satellite system falls into the hands of Alec Trevelyan, AKA Agent 006 (Sean Bean), a former ally-turned-enemy, only James Bond (Pierce Brosnan) can save the world from an awesome space weapon that -- in one short pulse -- could destroy the earth! As Bond squares off against his former compatriot, he also battles Trevelyan's stunning ally, Xenia Onatopp (Famke Janssen), an assassin who uses pleasure as her ultimate weapon.

Director: Martin Campbell
Producer: Barbara Broccoli, Michael G. Wilson
Screenwriter: Ian Fleming, Michael France, Bruce Feirstein, Jeffrey Caine
Distributor: United Artists
Production Co: United Artists, Metro Goldwyn Mayer, Danjaq Productions
Rating: PG-13 (Sequences of Violence|Sequences of Action|Some Sexuality)
Genre: Action
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 17, 1995, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 1, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $106.0M
Runtime: 2h 10m
Sound Mix: Dolby SR, DTS, Dolby Stereo, Surround, DTS-ES, Dolby A, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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