Filmography of Robert Brown

Robert Brown began his illustrious career in the entertainment industry with numerous appearances in British television series during the 1950s and 1960s. One of his most notable early roles was in the television series Ivanhoe, where he starred alongside Roger Moore, who would later recommend him for one of his most iconic roles.

In 1977, Robert Brown made his first appearance in the James Bond franchise with a role in The Spy Who Loved Me. He played Admiral Hargreaves, a key military figure who works closely with MI6 and James Bond. This role set the stage for Brown's later involvement in the Bond series.

After the death of Bernard Lee in 1981, who had portrayed M in the Bond series, the producers decided to leave M out of For Your Eyes Only. Brown was eventually chosen to succeed Lee, and he made his debut as M in Octopussy in 1983. His portrayal of M continued through the next few films, including:

• Octopussy (1983)
• A View to a Kill (1985)
• The Living Daylights (1987)
• Licence to Kill (1989)

Brown's interpretation of M brought a sense of continuity to the series during the transition from Roger Moore to Timothy Dalton as James Bond.

After his final appearance as M in Licence to Kill, Brown's role was taken over by Judi Dench, starting with GoldenEye in 1995. Brown's portrayal of M remains a significant part of the Bond legacy, bridging the gap between the early Bond films and the modern era.

Related Topics

• James Bond
• Roger Moore
• Timothy Dalton
• Bernard Lee
• Judi Dench
• MI6

Filmography