Licence to Kill
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Synopsis
A vengeful James Bond goes rogue to infiltrate and take down the organization of a drug lord who has murdered his friend's new wife and left him near death.
Cast
- Timothy Dalton
- Carey Lowell
- Robert Davi
- Talisa Soto
- Anthony Zerbe
- Frank McRae
- Everett McGill
- Wayne Newton
- Benicio Del Toro
- Anthony Starke
Letterboxd User Reviews
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- Jun 21, 2020
Bond treats the antagonist better than he does any woman in this film
adamboltAug 2, 2022Saw this for the first time on the big screen tonight in the new 4K transfer and it was just a GLORIOUS experience. Whole new appreciation for this one. I’ve always felt this one looked a bit ‘TV’ in its production values but seeing it on the big screen (perhaps obviously)…
Calvin DysonOct 16, 2012Basically a darker, more tonally faithful take on LIVE AND LET DIE (the shark-mauling comes from that book) but like that film this frequently seems less like a Bond film or even a spy film and more like a generic American action movie of the day, just with Bond-level…
matt lynch - Nov 10, 2021
LICENSE TO KILL is the least Bond-like Bond movie. It’s a straight up action movie from any aspect with very 80s b-movie plot. It's tight, grounded & gritty with really graphic kills & exciting action. Timothy Dalton was a great Bond, whose tenure was sadly far too short.…
NakulJun 3, 2019If I had known this one featured Bond tossing a young Benicio Del Toro into a heroin grinding machine, I wouldnt have slept on if for so long.
Justin LaLibertySep 21, 2021Fuera de Serie: Bond, James Bond - The International Spy, The Icon Up to this point the 007 movies have shown us the most chivalrous, misogynistic and comical side of the character, now we get to witness James Bond's most vengeful and bloodthirsty side. This time Bond…
Rafael "Mister Movie" Jovine - Nov 2, 2022
The one where Bond pops a wheelie with a semi truck. You know the story, he wants revenge but his superiors tell him no way. So he goes for it anyway and everyone just kind of accepts it and lets it happen. And thank god for that, otherwise we wouldn’t get to see someone…
Bryan EspitiaMay 15, 2021License to Kill Myself James Bond Ranked
Quintin @ #TIFF26Aug 31, 2025Yeah man, Timothy Dalton is definitely my favorite Bond so far. I love his portrayal of the character so much. He’s got this cold, calm look on his face, but he’s an absolute killer when he needs to be. Before going into his films I thought, “nah, he doesn’t look much like…
JoshuaCaine
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- Da channel Fire is "meh" onLicence to Kill
I thought this one was real boring! i think It would have been way more interesting if one of the bond girls was a twist villain or somethin. it just felt so predictable besides the cool sharks. this movie would rank high if you were only looking at the bond girls if that counts.
Dyl lovedLicence to KillWhile on one hand it feels like a scar face knockoff until the end of the casino scene.Which is like an hour in Dalton is a good bond just as good as Moore not the best but he’s great. The R rated action feels out of place as the bonds are more campy kind of movies 8.8/10
Henry likedLicence to KillLicence to Kill offers a unique, darker take on Bond, with a gripping plot centered around taking down a drug lord and getting revenge. It’s more complex than expected, and Dalton brings depth to the role, proving himself as an underrated Bond. Rating: H- 8/10 L- 7.5/10
- Megatron097 likedLicence to Kill
This film is really near love for me but maybe just misses out on it. I just absolutely love the dynamics between the characters and the song is okay but doesn’t stand out. I generally think that the villain and bond are the two stand out! Overall really fantastic movie.
Matt likedLicence to KillOne of my favourite Bond movies ever. Dalton is convincing as the tougher Bond than usual and the plot is decent and the script is good. Robert Davi is a great villain and the action is awesome and theirs a great soundtrack too. Really entertaining action fare
Mtrees likedLicence to KillI’ll lump all the James Bond films up to Casino Royale into one review. I love them all and there’s very few instalments that I don’t enjoy. I hope they keep making them till the day I die, fantastic films! 13/07/2023 (Historical Review)
- Dreykarr lovedLicence to Kill
So good, one of my favorites. For sure my favorite performance by Dalton, it’s great to see bond in touch with an emotional side where things become personal.
Edward Kronkvist likedLicence to KillOne of the most action packed films in the franchise. With a plot that starts off very strong which had high stakes for the rest of the film.
Mickerdoo likedLicence to KillDalton does a pretty good Bond (but probably like 5th best). Davi is a shoe in villain. Lowell and Soto pull their own. Needs less Florida.
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Metacritic
On the basis of this second performance as Bond, Dalton can have the role as long as he enjoys it. He makes an effective Bond - lacking Sean Connery's grace and humor, and Roger Moore's suave self-mockery, but with a lean tension and a toughness that is possibly more contemporary.
Roger Ebert
Chicago Sun-Times
Drab in the extreme. Timothy Dalton's second and wheezing, final turn as 007 was barely recognizable as a Bond film.
Peter Travers
Rolling Stone
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Licence to Kill family-friendly?
The movie has been rated as R, meaning that Under 17 requires an adult accompaniment.
How long is Licence to Kill?
The movie is 2hr 13min long.
What's Licence to Kill about?
A vengeful James Bond goes rogue to infiltrate and take down the organization of a drug lord who has murdered his friend's new wife and left him near death.
Who's the cast of Licence to Kill?
- Timothy Dalton as James Bond
- Carey Lowell as Pam Bouvier
- Robert Davi as Franz Sanchez
- Talisa Soto as Lupe Lamora
- Anthony Zerbe as Milton Krest
- Frank McRae as Sharkey
- Everett McGill as Killifer
- Wayne Newton as Professor Joe Butcher
- Benicio Del Toro as Dario
- Anthony Starke as Truman-Lodge
Who's the director behind Licence to Kill?
John Glen directed Licence to Kill.
Who produced Licence to Kill?
Albert R. Broccoli produced Licence to Kill.
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