007 had embarked on an adventure with more ups and downs – both emotional and physical – than we’re used to seeing with our sophisticated hero, and Casino Royale reintroduced audiences to a character with an impact similar to the initial book’s release 65 years ago this month. Daniel Craig as James Bond in Casino Royale (2006) Vitalsĭaniel Craig as James Bond, British secret agentĬostume Designer: Lindy Hemming BackgroundĪfter more than two hours of anticipation, Daniel Craig finally delivered the words that 007 fans were waiting to hear.
