You Only Live Twice

You Only Live Twice

Year: 1967

Runtime: 117 min

Director: Lewis Gilbert

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Global tensions rise as a mysterious spacecraft incident threatens to trigger World War III. Agent James Bond is sent to Japan to investigate the escalating crisis and uncover the truth behind the dangerous plot. His mission leads him to confront Ernst Stavro Blofeld, Bond's recurring adversary, in a confrontation with far-reaching consequences for the world order.

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1

Hijacking of Jupiter 16

NASA's spacecraft Jupiter 16 is hijacked from its orbit by an unidentified vessel, sparking international concern. The United States suspects the Soviet Union's involvement, creating tension among world powers.

Space
2

Bond's Disguise

In a clever move, MI6 operative James Bond fakes his death in Hong Kong and is buried at sea. This allows him to operate undetected as he travels to Tokyo to investigate the hijacked spacecraft.

Hong Kong
3

Arrival in Tokyo

Upon arrival in Tokyo, Bond participates in a sumo tournament where he meets Aki, a mysterious Japanese secret service agent. Their meeting sets off a chain of events that further entangles Bond in the international conspiracy.

Tokyo
4

Meeting Dikko Henderson

Aki introduces Bond to Dikko Henderson, an MI6 operative who has crucial information about the hijacked spacecraft. Sadly, before Henderson can reveal what he knows, he is killed by a hired assassin.

Tokyo
5

Infiltration of Osato Chemicals

After eliminating the hitman responsible for Henderson's death, Bond takes on his identity to infiltrate Osato Chemicals. He aims to find critical documents hidden within the company’s premises.

Osato Chemicals, Tokyo
6

Chase and Escape

Bond finds himself in danger as Osato's security forces pursue him. Just in time, Aki arrives to help him escape through a hidden subway station, showcasing their growing partnership.

Tokyo
7

Investigation of Ning-Po

In Kobe, Bond uncovers that the Ning-Po is transporting rocket fuel components. This discovery deepens the mystery surrounding the hijacking and highlights the severity of the situation.

Kobe
8

Capture by Helga Brandt

Bond is captured by Helga Brandt aboard the Ning-Po, where she tries to worm information out of him. The tension rises as Bond attempts to leverage his charm against her fatal intentions.

Ning-Po
9

Escape from Brandt's Cabin

During a flight back to Tokyo, Brandt activates a flare, leaving Bond immobilized in his seat while she escapes. Bond must now devise a plan to free himself and return to the mission.

Airborne, en route to Tokyo
10

Discovering SPECTRE's Plans

Through aerial reconnaissance and intelligence from Tanaka’s ninjas, Bond discovers SPECTRE's volcanic base. The potential for global chaos becomes alarmingly clear as he learns about Blofeld's operations.

Volcanic base
11

Bond's Undercover Operation

Bond goes undercover with Kissy Suzuki, pretending to be married while infiltrating Blofeld's base. Together, they navigate booby-trapped areas filled with toxic gas to uncover vital information.

Cave near the volcano
12

Showdown with Blofeld

As Bond attempts to sabotage SPECTRE's rocket launch, he is detected by Blofeld. A fierce confrontation ensues as Bond fights for survival and the safety of astronauts from both American and Soviet nations.

SPECTRE's launch site
13

Self-Destruct Sequence Activated

In a race against time, Bond triggers the self-destruct sequence of the Bird One spacecraft to prevent a disaster. His quick thinking averts an international crisis and saves numerous lives.

Control room of the base
14

Escape from the Eruption

As the volcano erupts, Bond, Kissy, and the surviving ninjas escape the collapsing base. The destruction of SPECTRE's stronghold marks a triumph for Bond and his allies in preventing global chaos.

Inside SPECTRE's base

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