Goldfinger
Directed by Guy HamiltonSpecial agent 007 comes face to face with one of the most notorious villains of all time, and now he must outwit and outgun the powerful tycoon to prevent him from cashing in on a devious scheme to raid Fort Knox -- and obliterate the world's economy.
Goldfinger Ratings & Reviews
- LivewireAdminDecember 8, 2025Imagine wining and dining your biggest opp lol There’s a reason Goldfinger is often cited when people talk about the “classic Bond formula.” By its third outing, the Bond series had sharpened its identity, leaning confidently into spectacle, suave gadgetry, and larger-than-life villains. Three Bond films in three years? unheard of by today's post-production standards. Goldfinger doesn’t merely indulge the aforementioned tropes—it codifies them. The result is a film that feels like a template: bold title song (FRWL played an instrumental version of the Bond song in it's opening), gadget-laden Aston Martin, impeccably staged opening sequence, and a villain whose thematic obsession is so specific it borders on the operatic. Gert Fröbe’s Auric Goldfinger remains one of cinema’s most iconic antagonists—refined, unwavering, and unnervingly calm in his pursuit of wealth. His presence anchors the film in a way few Bond villains manage, providing a memorable counterpoint to Sean Connery’s still-cool, still-effortless take on 007. And the atmosphere… it’s pure mid-century fantasy. The color, the swagger, the indulgence in glamour and danger—the whole production radiates a confidence that would echo throughout Bond films for decades and of course who can forget Shirley Eaton in the iconic gold paint? But watching it now, with modern eyes, reveals the curious duality beneath its polished exterior. Despite its iconic status, Goldfinger is not fully satisfying in its execution. The story is genuinely interesting, and Goldfinger himself is a villain worthy of his reputation (he is actually introduced to the audience as somewhat inept). What’s surprising, though, is how little Bond behaves like a spy in the classical sense. Rather than working in the shadows or unraveling conspiracies through covert action, he spends much of the film practically shadowing Goldfinger in broad daylight. The cat-and-mouse dynamic becomes more of a forced partnership, where Bond is captured, escorted, and essentially walked through the villain’s plan piece by piece (it's what Austin Powers was able to poke fun at so well). Tania Mallet's Tilly Masterson offers a short-lived revenge subplot that was honestly quite interesting but the script squanders that as well. It’s all engaging, but it doesn’t scratch that espionage itch the series usually thrives on. The film also carries moments that have not aged well. Most notably, the infamous barn “romance” scene, which disregards consent in a way that feels jarring and uncomfortable today. It’s a stark reminder of the era’s blind spots, and it certainly impacts how the film can be perceived through a modern lens. In the end, Goldfinger remains a historically important Bond film—one that crystallized the series’ identity—but its legacy outshines its moment-to-moment spycraft. Stylish, iconic, and deeply flawed, it’s a movie whose gold standard reputation is easier to appreciate than to fully endorse.
- ZokkiieOctober 13, 2025Easily one of the best Bond movies. Slick, stylish, and packed with charm—Connery’s at his coolest, the villain’s unforgettable, and that theme song still slaps. It’s a bit old-school now, but honestly, that’s part of the fun.
- BenSeptember 22, 2025What makes this so great is that Goldfinger and Bond know who each other is - it's a cordial battle of wits between them. There's also a machine-gun toting grandma, what more do you want.
- ርልዪረJanuary 28, 2025̸/̸̅̅ ̆̅ ̅̅ ̅̅"Goldfinger" is my favorite James Bond movie. Sean Connery really put his stamp on Bond in this thrilling story of the "Bond" saga.̸/̸̅̅ ̆̅ ̅̅ ̅̅
- iqbalhu5September 20, 2025Classic. Best bond movie
- MetroidTalonSeptember 18, 2025Goldfinger is where the Bond formula truly locks into place. Gadgets, one-liners, iconic villains, and a globe-trotting plot come together with style and swagger. Sean Connery owns the screen, and Gert Frobe’s Goldfinger remains one of the most memorable adversaries in the series. The pacing is tight, the set pieces still hold up, and the tone walks the line between cool and absurd with confidence. Add in a killer theme song and Oddjob’s hat, and it’s no surprise this became the blueprint for everything that followed. A near-perfect Bond outing that defined the franchise for generations.
- bogometerSeptember 10, 2025Goldfinger is simply the best Sean Connery Bond film. Goldfinger and Odd Job are two of the most memorable Bond villains for me. Yes it’s sexist and dated but not stupidly so like the Roger Moore era.
- mickerdooJuly 31, 2025Oh, Sean Connery. Such a man's man. Bond saves a modest 60k lives (and western economy). Pussy Galore? That's what you landed on? Subtle.
- Mister ArnMay 18, 2025Goldfinger does a magnificent job building up, but the ending is very contrived and lazy.
- The PatrickJuly 11, 2025This is in my opinion where James Bond (Sean Connery) puts his stamp on the series. Although not perfect it has almost everything you want in a Bond movie with the obvious issues that was still present at the time of it being made. Some writing/acting/directing issues here and there. Ending was a bit rushed. Having said that, they did build and improved many other things from the first 2 movies. Goldfinger and Oddjob were more intimidating then the villains in the first two movies which helps this movie tremendously. Overall an excellent Bond movie, the best so far and I can't wait to continue reviewing these.
- Alexandre GrégoireJune 12, 2025While iconic in its time, "Goldfinger" shows its age in more than just its visuals. The acting style feels dated, often veering into theatrical or wooden territory by today’s standards. The dialogue, once considered sharp, now comes across as stiff or overly simplistic. The plot, though memorable for its core premise, lacks the complexity and emotional depth audiences have come to expect from modern spy thrillers. Overall, it feels more like a stylized caper than a truly gripping espionage narrative.
Goldfinger Trivia
Goldfinger was released on September 25, 1964.
Goldfinger was directed by Guy Hamilton.
Goldfinger has a runtime of 1 hr 50 min.
Goldfinger was produced by Albert R. Broccoli, Harry Saltzman.
The key characters in Goldfinger are James Bond (Sean Connery), Auric Goldfinger (Gert Fröbe), Pussy Galore (Honor Blackman).
Goldfinger is rated PG.
Goldfinger is an Action, Adventure, Thriller film.
Goldfinger has an audience rating of 8.9 out of 10.