Added to Prime Video on Sunday, Oct 1, 2023 James Bond’s first mission as 007 sees him taking on Le Chiffre, a banker to the world’s terrorists. Tasked with stopping Le Chiffre from winning a high-stakes poker game at Casino Royale in Montenegro, Bond enters a world of high risks, betrayal, and espionage. With the help of Vesper Lynd, an MI6 agent, Bond navigates through deadly challenges, only to be confronted with personal demons and the challenges of trust.
Length: 2 Hrs 24 Min
Genre: Action, Adventure, Thriller
Trailer
Cast
- Daniel Craig as James Bond
- Eva Green as Vesper Lynd
- Mads Mikkelsen as Le Chiffre
- Judi Dench as M
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: PG-13 for intense sequences of violent action, a scene of torture, sexual content and nudity.
While it’s a Bond film, and violence is expected, some scenes, especially the torture sequence, can be quite intense. Parents should consider the appropriateness for younger viewers.
Trivia
- Daniel Craig’s debut as James Bond.
- The film is a reboot of the Bond series, portraying Bond’s early career.
- “Casino Royale” is based on Ian Fleming’s first James Bond novel.
Our Review
“Casino Royale” revitalized the Bond series with a gritty, more grounded take on the iconic spy. Daniel Craig’s portrayal of Bond as a raw, vulnerable yet deadly agent was a refreshing change. The action sequences are thrilling, and the emotional depth added a layer rarely seen in previous Bond films. It’s a gripping tale from start to finish and serves as a reminder of how reinvention can breathe life into a long-standing franchise.
