Fictional Secret Agent

James Bond

About

James Bond, code-named 007, is the legendary British secret agent created by Ian Fleming. Licensed to kill, Bond is known for his sophisticated charm, love of martinis (shaken, not stirred), and his ability to save the world from megalomaniacal villains. Since his first appearance in 1953, Bond has become the quintessential spy and a global pop culture phenomenon.

Before Fame

Before becoming agent 007, Bond served in the Royal Naval Reserve and achieved the rank of Commander. His early intelligence work earned him his double-0 status.

Trivia

  • He was created by Ian Fleming in his 1953 novel Casino Royale
  • Six actors have portrayed him in the official film series
  • His famous drink order is a vodka martini, shaken, not stirred
  • He drives an iconic Aston Martin DB5
  • The Bond franchise is the fifth-highest-grossing film series ever

Family Life

Bond's parents, Andrew Bond and Monique Delacroix, died in a climbing accident when he was young. He was raised by his aunt.

Associated With

M Q Miss Moneypenny Felix Leiter Ernst Stavro Blofeld