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Richard Maibaum

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Richard Maibaum · Arts & Literature

What

Wrote or co-wrote 13 James Bond films, from Dr. No to Licence to Kill

When

1909, New York City, USA — 1991, Santa Monica, California, USA

Where

United States

Biography

Richard Maibaum is recognized among Jewish contributors to Arts & Literature — Wrote or co-wrote 13 James Bond films, from Dr. No to Licence to Kill

How & why

Maibaum was a Jewish American screenwriter and producer who wrote or co-wrote thirteen James Bond films, from 'Dr. No' (1962) to 'Licence to Kill' (1989), shaping the tone and structure of the world's most successful film franchise. Over five decades he adapted Ian Fleming's novels into enduring screen thrillers. He was born to a Jewish family in New York City.

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Wrote or co-wrote 13 James Bond films, from Dr. No to Licence to Kill

1962

Source: Jinfo.org — Jewish screenwriters