Spy Classic THE SPY WHO LOVED ME Roger Moore James Bond 007

The Spy Who Loved Me (1977) is one of the most popular James Bond films, starring Roger Moore as Agent 007. It’s the tenth film in the Bond series, produced by Albert R. Broccoli, and directed by Lewis Gilbert.


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🕵️‍♂️ Plot Overview

When British and Soviet nuclear submarines mysteriously disappear, MI6 and the KGB each send their top agents—James Bond and Major Anya Amasova (code name: Agent Triple X, played by Barbara Bach)—to investigate. Initially rivals, they are forced to work together to stop a megalomaniac shipping tycoon, Karl Stromberg (played by Curt Jürgens), who plans to destroy the world and create a new civilization under the sea.


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🌊 Key Highlights

Villain: Karl Stromberg – obsessed with the ocean and world domination.

Henchman: The iconic Jaws (Richard Kiel), a giant assassin with metal teeth.

Bond Girl: Major Anya Amasova (Triple X) – a capable Soviet spy and one of Bond’s most equal partners.

Gadget: The famous Lotus Esprit car that transforms into a submarine, one of the most memorable Bond gadgets ever.

Theme Song: "Nobody Does It Better" performed by Carly Simon – a huge hit and one of the most beloved Bond themes.

Locations: Egypt, Sardinia, and the ocean aboard Stromberg’s sea fortress, Atlantis.



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🎬 Fun Facts

This film marked Roger Moore’s favorite performance as Bond.

It was the first Bond film to be produced solely by Albert R. Broccoli after his partnership with Harry Saltzman ended.

Jaws proved so popular that he returned in the next Bond film, Moonraker (1979).