Dalton was not the only choice; actors like Sam Neill and Pierce Brosnan were also considered before Dalton secured the role. Plot and Atmosphere
After Roger Moore’s lighthearted tenure, Timothy Dalton took over as 007, aiming to bring the character closer to Ian Fleming’s original literary vision—a more cynical and ruthless operative. The Living Daylights (james Bond 007)
The film takes its name and initial plot from Fleming’s short story "The Living Daylights," originally published in his posthumous collection Octopussy and The Living Daylights . Dalton was not the only choice; actors like
The Living Daylights (1987) stands as a pivotal moment in the James Bond franchise, marking the debut of Timothy Dalton and a significant shift toward a more serious, gritty tone. Origins and Transition Dalton was not the only choice