The Man with the Golden Gun

The Man with the Golden Gun

Year: 1974

Runtime: 125 min

Language: English

Director: Guy Hamilton

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Suave spy James Bond (Roger Moore) pursues Francisco Scaramanga (Christopher Lee), a notorious assassin with a seven-figure fee, who has stolen a device capable of harnessing the sun’s power. Bond's quest takes him to a treacherous island where he encounters the enigmatic Mary Goodnight (Britt Ekland). He must navigate a dangerous game of cat and mouse within Scaramanga's elaborate lair, leading to a thrilling and perilous showdown.

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1

Rodney's Fatal Decision

American gangster Rodney takes a perilous gamble by entering the estate of the notorious hitman Francisco Scaramanga. Under the guise of hunting for the assassin, Rodney encounters a deadly fate within the strange confines of Scaramanga's funhouse.

Scaramanga's Estate
2

MI6's Alarm

In London, MI6 is thrown into turmoil upon receiving a mysterious golden bullet inscribed with '007'. This ominous delivery prompts M to redirect James Bond from his current mission to instead pursue Scaramanga.

London
3

Bond's Unofficial Chase Begins

Bond receives a tantalizing lead from Moneypenny, fueling his quest to find Scaramanga. His search leads him to the bustling streets of Beirut, where he engages with a captivating belly dancer to obtain a valuable golden bullet.

Beirut
4

Crucial Intelligence in Macau

Continuing his investigation, Bond travels to Macau, where he meets with a reticent gunsmith. The gunsmith provides Bond with crucial insights into the deadly weapons used by Scaramanga, further fueling his pursuit.

Macau
5

Interrogation in Hong Kong

In Hong Kong, Bond confronts Andrea Anders, Scaramanga's enigmatic mistress, seeking vital information about her lover. After some coercion, she reveals dark secrets that point Bond towards the Bottoms Up Club.

Hong Kong
6

Gibson's Demise

At the Bottoms Up Club, Bond witnesses Scaramanga in action as he ruthlessly murders Gibson and absconds with the precious Solex Agitator. This shocking event solidifies Scaramanga's menacing persona and deepens the crisis Bond faces.

Bottoms Up Club
7

Captured and Collaborating

Local police lieutenant Hip arrests Bond, taking him aboard the RMS Queen Elizabeth. Here, Bond reconnects with M and Q, forming a reluctant alliance to recover the stolen Solex and thwart Scaramanga's dangerous plans.

RMS Queen Elizabeth
8

Adopting Scaramanga's Persona

In a daring move, Bond travels to Bangkok, pretending to be Scaramanga to gain access to Hai Fat's estate. This ruse leads to dramatic confrontations and turbulent battles.

Bangkok
9

Trapped by Scaramanga

Bond's deception backfires as he finds himself captured by Scaramanga’s henchmen. This dire situation tests Bond's resilience as he faces formidable foes intent on ending his mission.

10

Escape with Help

Utilizing his cleverness and assistance from Hip and his nieces, Bond narrowly escapes captivity in a thrilling escape via a long-tail boat. This moment sets the stage for his next risks and adventures.

11

Anders' Hidden Motives

As the enigmatic nature of Andrea Anders unfolds, she shares her plan with Bond to bring about Scaramanga’s downfall. However, their time together is cut short by tragedy during a Muay Thai match.

Muay Thai Match
12

Scaramanga's Danger

Scaramanga confronts Bond, intensifying the deadly rivalry between them. In a strategic maneuver, Bond manages to secretly pass the Solex to Hip, keeping it out of Scaramanga's grasp for the moment.

13

Chasing Scaramanga

Trusting his instincts, Bond pursues Scaramanga with relentless determination. He commandeers an AMC Hornet, teaming up with his quirky ally J.W. Pepper for an exhilarating chase.

14

The Duel Challenge

Upon arriving at Scaramanga's island, Bond is challenged to a duel by the hitman. With Nick Nack officiating, the tension escalates as Bond and Scaramanga engage in a dangerous game of wits and skill.

Scaramanga's Island
15

Final Confrontation

In a desperate finale, Bond cleverly outsmarts Scaramanga in the twisted funhouse. This climactic battle culminates in Bond's victory, but not without a dramatic escape and a touching moment with Goodnight.

Scaramanga's Funhouse

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