On Her Majesty's Secret Service

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On Her Majesty's Secret Service

PG

Released Dec 18, 1969

2h 20m

Action

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Agent 007 (George Lazenby) and the adventurous Tracy Di Vicenzo (Diana Rigg) join forces to battle the evil SPECTRE organization in the treacherous Swiss Alps. But the group's powerful leader, Ernst Stavro Blofeld (Telly Savalas), is launching his most calamitous scheme yet: a germ warfare plot that could kill millions!

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Critics Consensus

George Lazenby's only appearance as 007 is a fine entry in the series, featuring one of the most intriguing Bond girls in Tracy di Vincenzo (Diana Rigg), breathtaking visuals, and some great ski chases.

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Variety Staff

Variety

Film of break-neck physical excitement and stunning visual attractions in which George Lazenby replaced Sean Connery as James Bond.

Oct 13, 2008

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Don Druker

Chicago Reader

Director Peter Hunt manages to inject some life into this 1969 exercise with a wonderful ski chase, but otherwise the film is a bore.

Oct 13, 2008

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Empire Magazine

Certainly no worse than the later Roger Moore efforts and, if only for curiosity value, is well worth a look.

Rated: 4/5

Oct 13, 2008

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Sarah Cortinaz

InSession Film

On Her Majesty’s Secret Service aims to change Bond’s usual tough guy persona by giving our hero a heart...

Apr 23, 2024

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Sean Axmaker

Stream on Demand

[George] Lazenby strikes a nice balance between self-aware humor and superspy action. It is still one of the best Bond films of all time.

Jun 11, 2023

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Carson Timar

ButteredPopcorn

On Her Majesty's Secret Service remains a fine bond film. Where the story is not super engaging and the film overall does feel long, George Lazenby is fun enough as Bond and the story is just clean enough to where you can get a bit invested in it.

Rated: C+

Aug 28, 2022

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Pablo S

Aunque fue criticada en su tiempo por la supuesta mala actuación de Lazenby, en estos días llegamos a la conclusión de que el público no estaba tan listo como lo estuvo en Casino Royale o Sin tiempo para morir y fue un fracaso, pero ahora es considerada como una obra maestra de la historia del cine acompañada con la mejor banda sonora de 007 y del propio John Barry y grandes actuaciones de Diana Rigg y Telly Savalas y la brillante dirección y fotografía de Peter Hunt en su único trabajo como director de un Bond.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/22/25

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Mark S

I’ve always been a fan of the Bond franchise, but On Her Majesty's Secret Service holds a special place in my heart. The film offers a unique, more grounded take on 007, especially with George Lazenby stepping in as the iconic character. His portrayal of Bond is raw and more emotionally vulnerable compared to his predecessors. What really stood out for me was the emotional depth, particularly in Bond’s relationship with Tracy, played by Diana Rigg. The stakes felt personal, and the ending left me reflecting on the true cost of being a spy. It’s a film that’s not just about gadgets and action, but the emotional toll of the lifestyle."

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/19/25

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Obi-wan K

Please no more comedy in james bond 🙏

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

02/28/25

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Mark J

Enjoyed the story and George Lazenby was competent enough. Certainly looked the part just lacked a bit of acting ability. Really liked the action scenes in this and easily the best Bond girl so far in the series. Devastating ending.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

02/15/25

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Alejandra O

Compared to the pre-Casino Royals films, the only one that has aged well. A personal favorite.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/14/25

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Todd B

I loved ever since I bought it on the revamped VHS tape circa 1995, for the promotion of Pierce's Goldeneye. Thanks a very good movie with action, romance, and comedy.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/01/25

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Synopsis

Agent 007 (George Lazenby) and the adventurous Tracy Di Vicenzo (Diana Rigg) join forces to battle the evil SPECTRE organization in the treacherous Swiss Alps. But the group's powerful leader, Ernst Stavro Blofeld (Telly Savalas), is launching his most calamitous scheme yet: a germ warfare plot that could kill millions!

Director: Peter Hunt
Producer: Albert R. Broccoli, Harry Saltzman
Screenwriter: Richard Maibaum, Ian Fleming, Simon Raven
Distributor: United Artists
Production Co: Danjaq Productions
Rating: PG
Genre: Action
Original Language: British English
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 18, 1969, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 1, 2016
Runtime: 2h 20m
Sound Mix: Mono
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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