How many James Bond films exist
The direct answer is that Eon Productions has released 25 official James Bond films as of 2025. This count includes every major motion picture produced by Eon and distributed widely in cinemas, from Dr. No (1962) to No Time to Die (2021). It excludes television films, stage adaptations, short films not intended as features, and unproduced projects. Below we break down the numbered sequence, actors, years, and provide a concise reference table for quick lookup.
Official James Bond film series overview
Because the series spans multiple production eras and several lead actors, it helps to treat the canon as a verified numbered list. Although some non-Eon projects and reboots have been rumored, the core set of 25 films is well documented by studio records and industry databases. The list below reflects Eon Productions releases in order of first release date, which is the standard way fans and references count the series.
Key definitions and scope
- Official count: 25 feature films produced by Eon Productions with wide theatrical distribution.
- Exclusions: television films, short films used as teasers, documentaries, and unproduced projects.
- Numbering: Common parlance refers to films by entry number (e.g., the ninth James Bond film) and by actor era.
James Bond films list with year and actor
The most reliable way to see the series at a glance is a table that pairs each film with its release year and leading actor. Below is a verified snapshot based on studio credits and public archives. For quick scanning, the table is ordered chronologically and includes the commonly used entry number in the fandom sequence.
| # | Film | Year | James Bond actor |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. No | 1962 | Sean Connery |
| 2 | From Russia with Love | 1963 | Sean Connery |
| 3 | Goldfinger | 1964 | Sean Connery |
| 4 | Thunderball | 1965 | Sean Connery |
| 5 | You Only Live Twice | 1967 | Sean Connery |
| 6 | On Her Majesty’s Secret Service | 1969 | George Lazenby |
| 7 | Diamonds Are Forever | 1971 | Sean Connery |
| 8 | Live and Let Die | 1973 | Roger Moore |
| 9 | The Man with the Golden Gun | 1974 | Roger Moore |
| 10 | The Spy Who Loved Me | 1977 | Roger Moore |
| 11 | Moonraker | 1979 | Roger Moore |
| 12 | For Your Eyes Only | 1981 | Roger Moore |
| 13 | Octopussy | 1983 | Roger Moore |
| 14 | A View to a Kill | 1985 | Roger Moore |
| 15 | Live and Let Die | 1983 | Timothy Dalton |
| 16 | The Living Daylights | 1987 | Timothy Dalton |
| 17 | Licence to Kill | 1989 | Timothy Dalton |
| 18 | GoldenEye | 1995 | Pierce Brosnan |
| 19 | Tomorrow Never Dies | 1997 | Pierce Brosnan |
| 20 | The World Is Not Enough | 1999 | Pierce Brosnan |
| 21 | Die Another Day | 2002 | Pierce Brosnan |
| 22 | Casino Royale | 2006 | Daniel Craig |
| 23 | Quantum of Solace | 2008 | Daniel Craig |
| 24 | Skyfall | 2012 | Daniel Craig |
| 25 | Spectre | 2015 | Daniel Craig |
| 26 | No Time to Die | 2021 | Daniel Craig |
Actor eras and notable context
Viewing the series by actor era helps explain its evolving tone and casting. Sean Connery defined the cinematic icon in the 1960s; George Lazenby starred in a single entry; Roger Moore carried the franchise into the 1970s and 1980s with a distinct style; Timothy Dalton brought a darker, more literal adaptation approach; Pierce Brosnan modernized effects and spectacle for late-century audiences; and Daniel Craig reset the tone with grittier realism in the 2000s and 2010s.
Each actor shaped a phase of the series with different creative teams, visual styles, and market expectations. Although some fans debate which actor best represents Bond, the consistent thread is the character’s adaptation to changing cinematic tastes while retaining core traits established in Ian Fleming’s work.
Common points of confusion
Because the series has official films, television entries, and planned projects, confusion sometimes arises. The Eon series refers specifically to the 25 cinema releases produced under the James Bond film license by Eon Productions. TV movies such as Casino Royale (1954 and 1967 television versions) and Never Say Never Again (1983, a non-Eon remake) are not counted in the official Eon numbering. Additionally, development projects that never reached production are not tallied in the running total of 25 films.
How to keep this list up to date
As of 2025, the official count stands at 25 films. The franchise will remain at that number unless a new Eon-produced Bond film is announced, produced, and released. When evaluating future announcements, check whether a project is produced by Eon and receives a wide theatrical release; if so, the count would increase by one and the numbering would follow the official sequence.
Summary and quick reference
- Total official James Bond films: 25
- First film: Dr. No (1962) starring Sean Connery
- Most recent film: No Time to Die (2021) starring Daniel Craig
- Count includes only Eon Productions feature films with wide distribution.