description Thunderball Overview
Thunderball is a 1965 James Bond film adapting Ian Fleming’s novel of the same name. Produced by Eon Productions, it stars Sean Connery as Bond in a story originating from Kevin McClory, Jack Whittingham, and Fleming. The screenplay was penned by Richard Maibaum and John Hopkins, with Terence Young directing.
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info Thunderball Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 1965 |
help Thunderball FAQ
Which actor played James Bond in Thunderball?
Sean Connery played James Bond in Thunderball, marking his fourth appearance as the character. The film was released in 1965 and became the highest-grossing film of the franchise at that time.
What was the legal dispute surrounding Thunderball and Kevin McClory?
Kevin McClory collaborated with Ian Fleming on a Bond screenplay that Fleming later adapted into the novel 'Thunderball' without crediting him. McClory sued and won the film rights, which is why he is credited as producer on the 1965 film.
What organization is SPECTRE in Thunderball?
SPECTRE (Special Executive for Counter-intelligence, Terrorism, Revenge, and Extortion) is the criminal syndicate led by Ernst Stavro Blofeld in the film. In Thunderball, SPECTRE holds NATO for ransom after stealing two atomic bombs.
Was Thunderball remade as another James Bond movie?
Yes, the plot was remade as 'Never Say Never Again' in 1983, which also starred Sean Connery. This unofficial remake was made possible because Kevin McClory retained separate rights to the story.
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