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1 day ago · Best Movie: Casino Royale (1967) Similar to Barry Nelson's brief time in the 007 spotlight, David Niven, the British-born star of Hollywood's Golden Age, was offered the opportunity to play the "original Bond" in the comedic 1967 adaptation of Ian Flemming's original James Bond novel, Casino Royale. Suave, debonair, and handsome are adjectives ...
3 days ago · David Niven’s portrayal of Bond stands out as a one-of-a-kind comedic take on the character. Unfortunately, it is often overshadowed by the unique and polarizing tone of the film “Casino Royale.” Despite its cult following, this offbeat interpretation tends to be forgotten amidst the Bond franchise. George Lazenby – The One-Time Bond (1969)
1 day ago · An Officer (RNVR), a Gentleman and a member of Blade's. Actually, a bit like David Niven— in real life, a hardened professional soldier. Niven, it is said, was Fleming's preferred choice for Bond. Niven did eventually play 007, even if it was only as the retired gentleman agent in the amusing porridge which is Casino Royale (1967). Step ...
9 hours ago · David Niven, having already played Ian Fleming’s master sleuth James Bond in a broad satire known as Casino Royale, directed by veteran Quatermass technician Val Guest, now essayed a performance as Count Dracula in a decidedly minor spoof, Vampira (alternately known as Old Dracula), starring Teresa Graves in the title role as the Count’s ...
4 days ago · Assigned to bankrupt a notorious arms dealer at the high-rolling tables of Casino Royale, Bond is thrust into a world of opulent danger. Prepare for breathtaking action sequences, heart-stopping suspense, and a love story that will leave you shaken and stirred. Will Bond succeed in his mission?
2 days ago · Another potential Bond included David Niven, who later played the character in the 1967 parody Casino Royale. [30] Rod Taylor was also approached to screentest for the role, but he rejected the offer as he felt that the role was "beneath" him.
4 days ago · Eon Productions is known for producing the official James Bond franchise, having been involved in all 25 films in the saga, only stepping away for ‘Casino Royale’ (1967) with David Niven and ...
