James Bond - Original Lobby Card Set, Live and Let Die (1973)

James Bond - Original Lobby Card Set, Live and Let Die (1973)



An original lobby card set for Live and Let Die issued by United Artists in 1973 to promote the theatrical release of Roger Moore’s debut as James Bond. This complete set of James Bond lobby cards includes eight full-colour cards (standard for Bond films of the era), each originally designed for display in cinema foyers across the UK and internationally.

The set presents a selection of key scenes and action highlights from the film, with vivid stills reflecting its exotic locations, thrilling stunts, and memorable characters. Original James Bond lobby cards from this period are increasingly sought after as part of wider collections of film ephemera and James Bond collectibles.

Live and Let Die (1973) marked a bold new chapter in the James Bond franchise, introducing Roger Moore in his debut as 007. Loosely based on Ian Fleming’s second Bond novel, the film follows Bond as he investigates the mysterious deaths of British agents in New York, New Orleans, and the Caribbean. His mission leads him to the powerful and enigmatic Dr. Kananga, also known as Mr Big, who is plotting to flood the U.S. heroin market using his island nation of San Monique as cover.

With its striking blend of voodoo mysticism, drug trafficking, and blaxploitation influences, the film broke away from the formulaic Cold War narratives of earlier entries. It features exotic locales, Jane Seymour as the psychic Solitaire, and a spectacular speedboat chase through the Louisiana bayous, now considered one of the franchise's most iconic action sequences.

Live and Let Die was significant for several reasons. It ushered in the Roger Moore era, establishing a lighter, more humorous tone that would define the series throughout the 1970s. It also reflected a willingness to adapt to contemporary cinematic trends, helping cement its place within the history of 007 memorabilia and authentic James Bond memorabilia.

Despite initial mixed reviews, the film was a major box office success and has since earned praise for its boldness, memorable set-pieces, and its role in successfully redefining Bond for a new generation.

Artist: Robert McGinnis

Condition: Very Fine +

Studio: United Artists, 1973

This item comes with a Certificate of Authenticity

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SKU: KM0870

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James Bond - Original Lobby Card Set, Live and Let Die (1973)

James Bond - Original Lobby Card Set, Live and Let Die (1973)

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  • Product Data

    Dimensions: 

    11 x 14 in / 28cm x 36cm

    Cat No:

    KM0870

  • Additional Information

    The spectacular speedboat chase through the Louisiana bayous is one of the most memorable sequences in Live and Let Die, featuring 007 evading his pursuers by racing across water, leaping over roads, and even crashing through a wedding party.

    The chase involved 26 specially built Glastron speedboats, many of which were destroyed or heavily damaged during the elaborate stunts. One of the most astonishing moments—and an anecdote still shared in Bond circles—involved the filming of the record-breaking boat jump over a stretch of road. The production team hired professional stuntman Jerry Comeaux to execute the leap, which required perfect timing, speed, and nerves of steel.

    On the day of the stunt, hundreds of locals turned up to watch. The crew had just one shot to get it right, as the boat would be wrecked upon landing. Comeaux hit the ramp at around 80mph, launching the boat an incredible 110 feet through the air—setting a world record at the time for the longest boat jump captured on film.

    However, what many don’t realise is that the landing was so violent it nearly knocked Comeaux unconscious. Though he managed to hold on until the boat skidded to a stop, he had suffered a bruised back and mild concussion. Ever the professional, he joked afterwards that it was “just another day in the swamp.”

    The sequence was such a hit that it inspired future Bond films to top it with increasingly elaborate vehicle stunts...

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