The Andrew Klavan Show My List of The Best–and Worst–007 Movies
Nov 27, 2025
Dive into a thrilling ranking of James Bond films! Discover why Dr. No gets an A for history while From Russia With Love shines as the best Connery flick. Marvel at Goldfinger's iconic scenes and laugh as the quirks of 007's later years come under scrutiny. From Roger Moore’s lighter tones to Pierce Brosnan’s revival, the evolution of Bond unfolds. Finally, Casino Royale is declared the modern masterpiece, while Quantum of Solace gets a nod for being terrible. A perfect treat for Thanksgiving viewing!
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Thanksgiving Bond Tradition And Criteria
- Klavan frames Bond as comfort-viewing during Thanksgiving and provides a tiered ranking from S to D across the franchise.
- His rankings balance nostalgia, fidelity to Fleming, and whether Bond retains lethal, uncompromising traits.
Connery Defined Bond's Original Bite
- Andrew Klavan views Sean Connery as the definitive James Bond because he played Bond as a cold-blooded killer.
- Early Connery films feel dated visually but remain culturally significant and influential.
Standout Connery Classics
- Klavan ranks From Russia With Love and Goldfinger among the best Connery films, calling From Russia With Love the top Connery entry.
- He credits memorable scenes and songs for elevating those films to
