The Spy Who Loved Me

PG

Released Aug 3, 1977

2h 5m

Action

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82%

61 Reviews

Tomatometer

77%

50,000+ Ratings

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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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Adi 1

Spy who loved me is probably the best Roger Moore bond film for a number of different reasons like a good plot, action, the bond girl and the tongue and cheek nature of it. Also, it gave us an iconic villain in Jaws.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

04/25/24

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DanTheMan 2

Despite a myriad of production woes that threatened to torpedo its production, including the financial difficulties and ultimate ousting of poor Harry Saltzman, The Spy Who Loved Me represents a newfound energy for the 007 franchise proving to audiences once and for all that nobody does it better than Sir James Bond. I know I previously singled out On Her Majesty's Secret Service as the best-looking film of the entire franchise, but I'll be damned if this doesn't come in a close second. The scale of the production is enormous, with a returning Lewis Gilbert in the director's chair and he doesn't waste a frame, populating the runtime with exhilarating, high-octane action and gorgeously photographed visuals courtesy of Claude Renoir. Ken Adam's set work is positively superb and genuinely immense, while Marvin Hamlisch delivers a fantastically funky disco-oriented score with elements of classical music. It's a great score and one that's crying out for a proper expanded release given how much of it is unreleased. Roger Moore is on top form throughout and the chemistry he shares with Barbara Bach's Triple X is wonderful; Curt Jürgens certainly makes an impression as Stromberg but is more often than not overshadowed by the colossal Richard Kiel as the ever-iconic and virtually indestructible Jaws, despite his villainous status he's impossible to hate, offering plenty of laughs mixed with a genuine sense of terror, a real gem of the screen. Delivering sleek style, incredible wit and a heartfelt romance, ultimately, The Spy Who Loved Me is the kind of film that can get away with everything and one that truly deserves to.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

04/19/24

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Brent A

70% rating ... Probably the best Roger Moore - James Bond film.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

02/01/24

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Everardo C

Aunque la película muestra momentos ridículos y tramas irrisorias estás están en su mejor momento logrando una película entretenida, desafortunadamente de aquí en adelante todo va cuesta abajo para Roger Moore

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/09/24

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Rami A

The only successful Roger Moore Bond film.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

12/30/23

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James B

Camp and bombastic are permitted as mechanisms of comic relief when faced with a demigod hellbent on armageddon.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

12/23/23

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Lewis Gilbert

Director

Roger Moore

James Bond

Barbara Bach

Major Anya Amasova

Curd Jürgens

Karl Stromberg

Richard Kiel

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Gary Arnold

Washington Post

[The Spy Who Loved Me] gets off to a promising start but proves seriously deficient in staying power.

Oct 23, 2015

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Christopher Porterfield

TIME Magazine

Never did top that first stunt.

Oct 13, 2008

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Ian Freer

Empire Magazine

It may not be Fleming but it is terrific fun.

Rated: 4/5

May 5, 2008

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Sarah Cortinaz

InSession Film

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.

Apr 23, 2024

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Steve Warren

The Barb (Atlanta)

The Spy Who Loved Me is a campy delight.

May 6, 2023

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Carson Timar

ButteredPopcorn

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.

Rated: B

Aug 28, 2022

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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
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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