With a name like SPECTRE and an imposing presence like Christoph Waltz, it’s fair to say that the latest James Bond film is likely to have an epic villain (a betting person would venture a lot on that villain being one Mr. Ernst Stavro Blofeld). But Bond has always had pretty epic bad guys. In no particular order, here are some of our favorites.
Ernst Stavro Blofeld, Various
Gotta start with the biggest. While portrayed by a variety of actors, this (usually) bald-headed menace provides Bond with his most iconic and well-known nemesis.
Red Grant, From Russia with Love (1963)
A more ground-level pain in Bond’s side, Red Grant offers Bond a warped mirror image of himself to contend with. Their train fight is one for the ages.
Baron Samedi, Live and Let Die (1973)
A striking voodoo figure who seems to play for no side but his own, Baron Samedi holds the rare honor of actually surviving his run-in with James Bond. Probably because he is totally immortal.
Mr. Wint and Mr. Kidd, Diamonds Are Forever (1971)
As menacing villains, this duo comes up a little short. But as a comedy team, few can match their hilarious, goofy powers.
Francisco Scaramanga, The Man with the Golden Gun (1974)
Not only can this guy assemble a golden gun that can be easily smuggled anywhere, but he’s also played by the incredible Christopher Lee. That’s a tough one to top.
Le Chiffre, Casino Royale (2006)
Played by the terrifying Mads Mikkelsen, Le Chiffre has the very impressive ability to cry blood tears from one of his eyes. It’s not great for a first date, but it makes him top-notch Bond villain material.
Franz Sanchez, License to Kill (1989)
Many people overlook Timothy Dalton’s Bond entries, which means they miss out on this wonderfully mean slimeball. Just look at how he treats his employees!
Raoul Silva, Skyfall (2012)
Javier Bardem is always scary. But the scene where he pulls out his disgusting face prosthetic is on a whole different level. Plus, he totally hits on Bond.
Jaws, Various
One of the few Bond villains to be cheered on by children, Jaws not only survived his film but got to come back, become a good guy, and fall in love with a pretty lady.
Oddjob, Goldfinger (1964)
Butlers are usually quiet, refined gentleman. Oddjob might be that, but he also has a hat that he can use to CUT OFF YOUR HEAD. Not even Alfred has one of those.
Max Zorin, A View to a Kill (1985)
Zorin may not be in the best Bond movie, but we should not take for granted the fact that always crazy Christopher Walken got a chance to play a Bond villain. It’s basically the part he was born to play.
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