Welcome to one of the World's oldest and most comprehensive James Bond & Ian Fleming sites dedicated to the global 007 phenomenon. Over 8,000 pages of content in English. Launched in September 2004 by Sweden's foremost James Bond expert, Anders Frejdh, who also manages 007 actor George Lazenby since 2013.
2023 marks the 40th Anniversary since the release of Octopussy (1983) directed by John Glen starring Sir Roger Moore as Ian Fleming's 007. To celebrate the anniversary, FSWL reader Martijn Mulder of On The Tracks of 007 is organising a special event over the 3-4 June weekend at Nene Valley Railway in the UK, one of the filming locations.
Published: 2023-03-19
In a PM from Miss Moneypenny's desk in London, Ian Fleming Publications has presented the new British book covers for this year's 70th anniversary of Casino Royale, the first James Bond novel written by Ian Fleming.
Published: 2023-03-15
The paperback edition of the explosive Sunday Times bestseller With a Mind to Kill written by Anthony Horowitz is published on 27th April 2023.
Published: 2023-03-10
FSWL contributor Mark Cerulli remember filmmaker, cameraman and stunt performer Ricou Browning who has left us at the age of 93. Browning worked on two of the James Bond films, Thunderball (1965) and Never Say Never Again (1983). Both starring Sean Connery as Ian Fleming's 007. Our sincere condolences to Ricou's family.
Published: 2023-03-01
Due to the last day's wild writing and speculation in the media, Ian Fleming Publications in London has released a statement regarding the changes in the upcoming new editions of the James Bond stories.
Published: 2023-02-27
In our latest competition, FSWL is happy to offer three signed copies of Geoffrey Moore’s (Sir Roger Moore's oldest son) new album titled Photograph. Name 10 famous guests in the music video for "You and I" (a great song from the album that benefits UNICEF and already a fan favourite) to win one of the signed copies.
Published: 2023-02-25
James Bond actor Daniel Craig to provide his voiceover for a 90 second video appeal for the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) Turkey-Syria Earthquake Appeal which will also air on big screens in selected UK cities.
Published: 2023-02-24
Today, the From Sweden with Love team members received another personal message from Moneypenny's desk. It contains news about the upcoming US editions of Ian Fleming's books. Classification: Gold level (For Your Eyes Only)
Published: 2023-02-24
Today, the From Sweden with Love team members received a new personal message from Moneypenny's desk. It features an exciting update from the good people at Ian Fleming Publications in London. Classification: Gold level (For Your Eyes Only)
Published: 2023-02-17
FSWL contributor Brian Smith, our man in Edinburgh, reviews James Chapman's latest book, Dr. No: The First James Bond Film. Chapman’s book is the perfect case study in Bond film making, and an essential addition to your Bond library.
Published: 2023-02-10
FSWL contributor Brian Smith, our man in Edinburgh, reviews Llewella Chapman's latest book, From Russia With Love, the first James Bond film to be featured in British Film Institute (BFI) Film Classics book series. Packed with information and consistently insightful, Chapman’s scholarly research combined with her obvious love of the subject matter is a winning combination.
Published: 2023-02-10
FSWL contributor John Cork reviews the critically acclaimed film Till (2022) produced by James Bond producer Barbara Broccoli. The film is brilliant in its powerful look at the humanity of young Emmett Till (portrayed by Jayln Hall), of his great-uncle, Mose Wright (John Douglas Thompson), and, vitally, Mamie Till Bradley (Danielle Deadwyler).
Published: 2023-02-07
American actress and singer Gloria Hendry (Rosie Carver in the 1973 James Bond film Live and Let Die) has released a live album of Bond theme songs where she sings with the legendary Jimmy McConnell and his big band. The album is now available on Spotify, Apple Music and iTunes.
Published: 2023-01-29
Check out the brand new promotional video for the From Sweden with Love site designed by Marcos Kontze, our videographer, and the man behind James Bond Brasil. Let us know what you think! FSWL celebrates 19 years on the web this year which makes it one of the oldest and most established 007 fan sites in the world.
Published: 2023-01-28
The iconic Nintendo 64 video game GoldenEye 007 is now available on Nintendo Switch Online and Xbox Game Pass which means a new generation of players can experience the now classic game from 1997.
Published: 2023-01-27
Bond In Motion, the official 007 exhibition that showcases 60 years of vehicles, has opened in Brussels where it will be displayed until 14th May 2023. The exhibition features vehicles from all 25 James Bond films and is displayed at Palais des Expositions at Heysel, Brussels Expo (Palais 1).
Published: 2023-01-26
FSWL contributor Brian Smith, our man in Edinburgh, reviews Geoff Leonard and Pete Walker's latest book, John Barry Plays 007. Brian writes, I love the rich detail, such as the description of the recording session for The Living Daylights (1987) and Barry’s enthusiasm for recording at CTS Studios in Wembley where Studio One ‘provides a lovely big movie sound.’
Published: 2023-01-23
FSWL is happy to report that Dashiell Connery, Sir Sean Connery's grandson, has a recurring role in the new Paramount Plus series Tulsa King (2022) starring Sylvester Stallone. (In the Nordic countries, the series can be seen on SkyShowtime.)
Published: 2023-01-20
We're happy to report that a new music album from FSWL reader Geoffrey Moore (Sir Roger Moore's oldest son) will be released by Rights Recordings on 27th January 2023. The album, titled Photograph, will be available via iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, SoundCloud, Amazon Music, Deezer and TIDAL.
Published: 2023-01-19
The first official stills of Timothy Dalton (James Bond in the 1987 film The Living Daylights and 1989's Licence to Kill, both directed by John Glen) as Donald Whitfield in the new series 1923 (a Yellowstone prequel) has been released by Paramount Plus. Tim looks as cool as he did when he played 007. (In the Nordic countries, the series can be seen on SkyShowtime where the first episode is released on 16th January 2023.)
Published: 2023-01-14
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