Icons Unearthed: James Bond
S05:E02 - The Man Who Wouldn't Be King
T05:C01 - S05:E01 - A Spy Is Born
James Bond began with real life spy and anxious bridegroom, Ian Fleming. But it would take a bumpy road to bring this spy story to the screen.
T05:C02 - S05:E02 - The Man Who Wouldn't Be King
Despite their wild success the cracks begin to show. With the departure of their star, Cubby Broccoli and Harry Saltzman must find a new actor to play the super-spy.
T05:C03 - S05:E03 - Changing Times
Embracing the cultural changes of the 70s takes Bond to new heights, but for one producer it would be the end of an era.
T05:C04 - S05:E04 - Over a Cliff
With an aging actor in the lead and a new director in charge, the Battle of the Bonds divides the franchise before a new gritty take on the character nearly drives it to ruin.
T05:C05 - S05:E05 - A Dinosaur Reborn
With the troubles of the 80s behind them, is there a place for Bond in the modern world?
T05:C06 - S05:E06 - The Blonde
Producers make a risky bet and forgo the tried-and-true formula. Acquiring the long-estranged film rights to Fleming’s first novel, Casino Royale.