terrence young, sean connery

Terence Young and Sean Connery

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Leading up to the release of No Time to Die on Oct. 8, EW is celebrating 25 Days of Bond with stories on all things 007. We're beginning the series here, with the first James Bond and the man who directed him — read on below, and check back each day for updates.