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The Spy Who Loved Me

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In a globe-trotting assignment that has him skiing off the edges of cliffs and driving a car deep underwater, British super-spy James Bond (Roger Moore) unites with sexy Russian agent Anya Amasova (Barbara Bach) to defeat megalomaniac shipping magnate Karl Stromberg (Curt Jurgens), who is threatening to destroy New York City with nuclear weapons. Bond's most deadly adversary on the case is Stromberg's henchman, Jaws (Richard Kiel), a seven-foot giant with terrifying steel teeth.
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Critics Consensus

Though it hints at the absurdity to come in later installments, The Spy Who Loved Me's sleek style, menacing villains, and sly wit make it the best of the Roger Moore era.

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Gary Arnold Washington Post 10/23/2015
[The Spy Who Loved Me] gets off to a promising start but proves seriously deficient in staying power. Go to Full Review
Christopher Porterfield TIME Magazine 10/13/2008
Never did top that first stunt. Go to Full Review
Ian Freer Empire Magazine 05/05/2008
4/5
It may not be Fleming but it is terrific fun. Go to Full Review
Sarah Cortinaz InSession Film 04/23/2024
Roger Moore put an unusual goofy spin on Bond, which didn’t always work in the overall vision. However, The Spy Who Loved Me is likely his best film that only shows glimpses of how truly outrageous his era can get. Go to Full Review
Steve Warren The Barb (Atlanta) 05/06/2023
The Spy Who Loved Me is a campy delight. Go to Full Review
Carson Timar ButteredPopcorn 08/28/2022
B
Where the actual plot is forgettable the film is filled with enough interesting dynamics and moments of genuine fun the it is an enjoyable watch. Go to Full Review
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Tony O 1d Not only is this my favorite James Bond movie it is my favorite movie of all time. Partly because of the Carly Simon song Nobody Does it Better. I know it by heart from start to finish. The song and the movie. Enjoy!! See more Lanfranco C @Lanfrancobz 2d An East West partnership that we need now a lot See more Nick B Nov 24 My favorite Bond film of all time. This movie has everything that makes it the best Bond adventure: exciting action like the iconic ski chase at the beginning, the fun car chase, and the memorable fights with Jaws; impressive stunts such as Bond going off the cliff and deploying the Union Jack parachute; and a fantastic Bond girl. Anya Amasova—my favorite Bond girl—is capable, tough, and likeable, and Barbara Bach plays her wonderfully without ever taking the spotlight away from Bond. The film also features one of the best Bond theme songs, sung with such elegance by Carly Simon. Stromberg is a great villain with an interesting and fittingly grand plot to make everybody live underwater with him under control, and the movie gives us the best Bond henchman of all time: Jaws a tough and seemingly indestructible brute who has teeth that cand go through metal. And, of course, Roger Moore is at his absolute best here—still funny and charming but also showing he can be a real badass when the moment calls for it, such as when he shoots Stromberg at the end. This is what Bond films should be, and what the new Daniel Craig Bond movies wish they were. Truly, nobody does it better than The Spy Who Loved Me. See more David D Nov 8 Starting to rewatch these. Everyone has their own favourite Bond. For me it's Roger Moore. He's everything in a British good chap. The film. Of its time and brilliantly entertaining. So many fond memories of these great films. Oh for a contemporary Bond film that doesn't take itself so seriously. See more Joshua H Nov 8 Yeah I thought it was fine. Not offence but I just didn't care. I liked that they finally acknowledged the events of Her Majesty's Secret Service but that was literally for minute than they didn't acknowledge it again. Yeah I just didn't care See more Oliver J Oct 28 Critics Consensus: “The Spy Who Loved Me” revitalizes the Bond series with spectacular action, iconic set pieces, and Roger Moore at his suave best, delivering a thrilling espionage adventure that balances wit and spectacle. Review: Roger Moore’s third outing as James Bond finds the franchise hitting its stride with The Spy Who Loved Me. The film expertly blends high-stakes espionage, exotic locations, and larger-than-life action sequences, from ski chases in the Alps to a daring submarine showdown. Moore’s charm and humor are perfectly suited to the rollicking, adventurous tone, while Barbara Bach’s Anya Amasova is a strong and compelling Bond girl with equal skills and presence. The villain Karl Stromberg, with his underwater lair, adds memorable menace, and the film’s visual effects and production design are dazzling for the era. The movie embraces the series’ penchant for gadgetry and spectacle without losing sight of character and suspense, striking a balance that makes it one of the most enjoyable Moore-era entries. Verdict: The Spy Who Loved Me is a thrilling, stylish, and charismatic Bond adventure—an action-packed triumph that combines wit, danger, and some of the franchise’s most iconic moments. See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis In a globe-trotting assignment that has him skiing off the edges of cliffs and driving a car deep underwater, British super-spy James Bond (Roger Moore) unites with sexy Russian agent Anya Amasova (Barbara Bach) to defeat megalomaniac shipping magnate Karl Stromberg (Curt Jurgens), who is threatening to destroy New York City with nuclear weapons. Bond's most deadly adversary on the case is Stromberg's henchman, Jaws (Richard Kiel), a seven-foot giant with terrifying steel teeth.
Director
Lewis Gilbert
Producer
Albert R. Broccoli
Screenwriter
Ian Fleming, Christopher Wood, Richard Maibaum
Distributor
United Artists
Production Co
United Artists, Danjaq Productions
Rating
PG
Genre
Action
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Aug 3, 1977, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 1, 2016
Runtime
2h 5m
Sound Mix
Dolby Stereo
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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