James Bond is a long-running spy franchise centred on the fictional British secret agent 007, originally created by Ian Fleming. Across decades of novels and films, Bond has travelled around the world while confronting international criminals, secret organisations, political threats, and technologically advanced villains. The character is associated with espionage, luxury, cars, gadgets, casinos, distinctive locations, and a succession of actors who have interpreted Bond in different ways. The film series has developed its own traditions while periodically changing its tone, continuity, and presentation of the character. Readers Area can explore the films, actors, books, villains, Bond girls, allies, gadgets, cars, locations, organisations, themes, chronology, and the continuing evolution of the 007 franchise.