The 25th James Bond movie, No Time To Die, premieres this weekend within the U.S., and the return of the long-lasting undercover agent received us fascinated with the futuristic devices and automobiles launched to the sequence via MI6’s resident R&D skilled, Q. They’ve been a vital part of what makes the 007 movies so particular and distinctive, and with out Q, who’s James Bond, actually?
OK, he’s additionally a super-fit, death-defying super-agent playboy — however the traditional Bond movies weren’t solely outlined by catchphrases, lovers, and villains.
Although the movies that includes present Bond actor Daniel Craig have scaled again the gadgetry and provided a darker, extra brooding spin on the character, there’s nonetheless loads of love on the market for the splendidly ridiculous devices which have characterised the franchise over the many years. Here are 20 of the wildest Bond devices from greater than 5 many years of movies.
Single Digit Sonic Agitator — Die Another Day (2002)
This little ring emits a high-frequency sound that shatters any sort of glass — even the bulletproof selection. Conveniently for James, the villain within the movie has a penchant for stylish, clear glass flooring.
Shark-Bursting Pellet — Live and Let Die (1973)
This one requires some explaining. Q initially developed these compressed fuel pellets as an anti-shark system — the concept being that Bond might shoot them right into a shark’s mouth and blow the beast to smithereens earlier than it ate him alive. Bond really finally ends up utilizing the pellets towards the film’s villain, Dr. Kananga, in an epic hand-to-hand brawl on the finish of the film. Basically, Bond shoves one down Kananga’s throat, inflicting him to … nicely, see for your self.
Flamethrower Bagpipe — The World is Not Enough (1999)
This one is definitely a twofer. Not solely is the bagpipe a flamethrower nevertheless it additionally doubles as a machine gun. Bond by no means makes use of it within the film, however he positively doesn’t go up the chance to make a tacky pun about it proper after the demonstration: “I suppose we’ve all got to pay the piper sometime, right Q?”
Rocket Cigarette — You Only Live Twice (1967)
This one will get Bond out of fairly the pickle. When he’s caught by the movie’s villain, Blofeld, he’s instructed he’ll quickly be killed. (Sound acquainted?) Bond accepts his destiny however asks to smoke one final cigarette earlier than he’s dispatched. Unfortunately for Blofeld’s henchmen, this explicit cig occurs to have a freaking rocket in it!
Ski Pole Rifle — The Spy Who Loved Me (1977)
Q appears to have a fairly easy philosophy: Wherever Bond goes, you merely work out find out how to disguise a gun in no matter objects he’ll be utilizing. Going to the Bahamas? Better give him a snorkel gun. Cuba? Quick! Give him some rocket-propelled exploding cigars! The Swiss Alps? Give that man some ski pole weapons!
Grenade Launcher Pen — Never Say Never Again (1983)
I sort of really feel dangerous for Fatima on this one. After all of the badassery she exhibited within the film, she was finally taken out by a pen. Granted, it was a ballistic pen with an explosive tip — nevertheless it was a pen nonetheless. That’s gotta be embarrassing.
The “Boom Box” — The Living Daylights (1987)
This one demonstrates a deep understanding of the ’80s. “Oh, don’t mind me; I’m just a normal dude just walkin’ down the street and blastin’ my tunes on a boombo — bam!”
Palm-sensing Walther PPK — Casino Royale (2006)
This one isn’t actually loopy or outlandish, nevertheless it’s arguably the good gadget that Daniel Craig has wielded throughout his time as 007. It’s fairly easy — simply Bond’s favourite firearm outfitted with a particular biometric lock, so it solely fires when he’s holding it. Pretty useful, proper?! (We really feel cheated that this pun wasn’t used within the movie.)
Omega Seamaster Laser Watch — Goldeneye (1995)
High-tech watches are a staple of the Bond franchise, and this one is arguably one of many coolest 007’s ever had. Oddly sufficient, nonetheless, it’s not really the primary laser watch the franchise has seen. Bond wore a particular laser-equipped Rolex within the 1983 movie Never Say Never Again.
Mini Scuba Tank — Thunderball (1965)
This gizmo is principally two tiny tanks of compressed air, designed to suit simply right into a swimsuit pocket. This ultra-compact scuba gadget made its debut in Thunderball, however has made a number of appearances since then — most just lately in The World is Not Enough (1999).
“Dentonite” Explosive Toothpaste — License to Kill (1989)
Compared to Sean Connery, Roger Moore, and Pierce Brosnan, Timothy Dalton’s 007 didn’t actually get that many supercool devices — however this one nearly makes up for it. It’s primarily a tube of plastic explosive hid inside a not-so-subtle tube of “Dentonite”-brand toothpaste.
X-Ray Shades — The World is Not Enough (1999)
Pierce Brosnan had among the coolest devices the Bond franchise has ever seen — principally as a result of CGI and particular results had been so a lot better throughout his time. These X-Ray shades are an ideal instance.
Laser Polaroid — License to Kill (1989)
This is perhaps one of many cheesiest moments in all of James Bond’s historical past. He and Q nearly get fried when CIA agent Pam Bouvier unknowingly tries to snap an image of them however as an alternative shoots a stunningly reasonable laser beam proper at their heads.
Rolex Submariner — Live and Let Die (1973)
The 1973 Rolex Submariner was considered one of Bond’s most versatile devices. Not solely did it have a spinning watch face that works like a tiny round noticed, nevertheless it additionally had a ridiculously highly effective electromagnet that was able to deflecting bullets. The electromagnet finally ends up saving Bond’s ass on the finish, because it permits him to summon the beforehand talked about shark pellet from afar — which he then shoves into the villain’s mouth, inflicting him to blow up.
Trick Briefcase — From Russia With Love (1963)
This factor was principally the Swiss Army Knife of briefcases. It was outfitted with every kind of hidden compartments and tips, together with knives, a rifle, and even a tear fuel dispenser. Bond didn’t assume a lot of the contraption when it was first provided to him, however M urged Bond to take the case with him nonetheless.
Taser Phone — Tomorrow Never Dies (1997)
This idea cellphone from Ericsson had a ridiculous variety of totally different capabilities. It was a stun gun, a fingerprint scanner, a lock decide, and even a flip-open distant management for Bond’s BMW 750iL. It appeared loopy again when the film was launched, however with the fitting equipment, you possibly can really do all these items with a contemporary smartphone.
Jetpack — Thunderball (1965)
We love this one as a result of it’s simply so dangerous by at this time’s requirements. Is it simply us, or does it seem like it’s comprised of a bunch of dryer vent tubes and an outdated go-kart seatbelt?
Underwater Jet Pack — Thunderball (1965)
This one was fairly candy, however let’s be actual right here — why would you go to all the difficulty of placing flippers in your toes should you’ve received one thing like this strapped in your again?
Avalanche Ski Jacket — The World is Not Enough (1999)
Avalanche safety techniques do exist in the true world, however they’re sometimes simply backpacks with two massive air bladders on the again. That’s not almost as cool as this jacket that inflates to kind a cocoon round you. Q was onto one thing with this one.
Alligator Submarine — Octopussy (1983)
This is unquestionably probably the most sensible factor Q department has ever dreamt up. Period.
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