May 9, 2012 · Roger Moore was The Saint for six years and successfully completed over a hundred different episodes before the series ended. The international success of The Saint as well as Roger Moore’s on screen suave performance drew the admiration of many people including a certain Ian Fleming who reportedly voiced his opinion that Moore would do ...

Dec 10, 2024 · A forthcoming BBC documentary sheds light on the man who brought wit and charm to 007. The charismatic legacy of Sir Roger Moore, the actor who transformed James Bond with his signature style and humour, is celebrated in From Roger Moore with Love, a new documentary from BBC Arts and Fremantle. Directed by Jack Cocker […]

Feb 19, 2024 · Roger Moore’s third Bond film is a firm fan favourite and remembered for introducing, in the sleek shape of a white Lotus Esprit S1, one of 007’s most outlandish gadgets ever. While escaping Stromberg’s heavies, Bond and Anya are chased to the water’s edge by a black Bell 206 JetRanger helicopter piloted by Naomi.

Aug 27, 2024 · Roger Moore played James Bond between 1973 and 1985, infusing the character with his signature blend of wit, charm, and refined elegance. His portrayal of 007 stood apart from his predecessors, leaning into a sophisticated and lighter tone. This sense of sophistication extended to Moore’s wardrobe, which became an integral part of his Bond ...

Nov 21, 2014 · But where Sean Connery would forever be lauded as the epitome of British Cool and the perennial favourite of Timothy Dalton, Pierce Brosnan and Daniel Craig, Roger Moore would be forever remembered by Gene Siskel as the ruination of a great series of movies and his legacy would largely consist of repeated parodies by Spitting Image.

Nov 4, 2022 · Bond, now played by Roger Moore steps into 007’s shoes for Live and Let Die. He embarks on a mission to stop Mr Big from flooding the market with free heroin, increasing his share of the narcotics market. The Man With The Golden Gun (1974)

Oct 14, 2015 · With Roger Moore’s new tour about to kick off on Sunday, Tim Mottorshead provides his thoughts on Moore’s previous tour. Photo: Sir Roger Moore in 1973 by Allan Warren. Licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0. When I first heard of Sir Roger Moore’s tour, my initial thought (will he be coming to a venue nearby?) was quickly settled when a search of ...

Jul 25, 2011 · For the finale of For Your Eyes Only (1981) – the twelfth James Bond film and the fourth to star Roger Moore – Melina Havelock and Colombo assist 007 to gain access to an abandoned Greek monastery where Kristatos plans to hand over the top secret ATAC over to KGB chief General Gogol.

May 19, 2023 · As it happens, Moore recognised the value of the work, and gravitated towards the film’s darker, albeit more soulful, tone. With For Your Eyes Only, director John Glen and star Roger Moore crash-land back down to earth, in a film that is grittier, and certainly more soulful, to the Lewis Gilbert features that had entertained so many for so ...

Jun 21, 2016 · But it was the worldwide success of The Saint (1962-1969) that made Roger Moore a household name. After a couple of films, Moore returned to television in The Persuaders! (1971–1972). Moore played James Bond very differently from his two predecessors and with scripts that often had one foot firmly rooted in comedy, he played it for laughs.