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Trimmed one sheet 1965 movie poster for the James Bond film
Thunderball was created by legendary illustrators Robert McGinnis and Frank McCarthy.
The artwork, known for its "Look Up! Look Down! Look Out!" tagline, was a deliberate campaign to reassure audiences that all the beloved hallmarks of the franchise—suave action, gadgets, and "Bond girls"—were back on an even grander scale. Notably, the poster features Bond's Bell Rocket Belt (jetpack), a gadget that became a signature piece of 007 iconography despite its brief appearance in the film.
Key Facts About the Poster
Artists: Robert McGinnis (top and bottom sections) and Frank McCarthy (middle action scenes). McGinnis is also famous for posters like Breakfast at Tiffany's and Barbarella.
Design Elements: The "Look Out!" tagline cleverly integrates the letter "K" and the number "7" into the design. It also depicts Bond holding a Walther air pistol, a weapon that never actually appeared in any Bond film.
Historical Significance: Thunderball was the first Bond film shot in widescreen Panavision and the first to exceed a two-hour runtime. |
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