David Niven of justice. This was his only recurring role on television. "The Rogues" ran for only one season, but won a Golden Globe award. In 1965, he made two films for MGM: "Lady L", supporting Paul Newman and Sophia Loren, and "Where the Spies Are", as a doctor turned secret agent - MGM hoped it would lead to a series but this did not happen. After a horror film "Eye of the Devil" (1966) Niven appeared as James Bond 007 in "Casino Royale" (1967). Niven had been Bond creator Ian Fleming's first choice to play Bond in "Dr. No". "Casino Royale"
James Bond filmography Niven, the producers cast Sean Connery as Bond in the film. Fleming was appalled at the selection of the uncouth, 31-year-old Scottish actor, considering him to be the antithesis of his character. However, Connery's physical prowess and sexual magnetism in the role came to be closely identified with the character, with Fleming ultimately changing his view on Connery and incorporating aspects of his portrayal into the books. Seven actors in total have portrayed Bond on film. Following Connery's portrayal, David Niven, George Lazenby, Roger Moore, Timothy Dalton, Pierce Brosnan and Daniel Craig have assumed the role. These screen versions have