James Bond: The First 21 Years (1983): cast, story & where to watch

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Released in 1983, James Bond: The First 21 Years is a tv movie and documentary film directed by John Longley, running about 60 minutes.

What it’s about. A look back at the first 21 years of Britain's most successful film series.

Who’s in it. James Bond: The First 21 Years stars Richard Attenborough as Self, Ernest Borgnine as Self, Kirk Douglas as Self and Gene Kelly as Self, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, James Bond: The First 21 Years has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch James Bond: The First 21 Years page.

If you liked it. Fans of James Bond: The First 21 Years tend to enjoy Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ, Sherlock: The Abominable Bride, Steven Universe: The Movie and Twin Peaks.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch James Bond: The First 21 Years (1983)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for James Bond: The First 21 Years change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is James Bond: The First 21 Years worth watching?
James Bond: The First 21 Years holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy tv movie and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in James Bond: The First 21 Years?
James Bond: The First 21 Years stars Richard Attenborough, Ernest Borgnine, Kirk Douglas, Gene Kelly and Muhammad Ali.
When was James Bond: The First 21 Years released?
James Bond: The First 21 Years was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.