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1999

The World Is Not Enough script

James Bond investigates the murder of an oil tycoon, leading him to his daughter Elektra King and the terrorist Renard, who has a bullet in his brain. Bond uncovers a plot involving a stolen nuclear warhead and a pipeline attack, revealing Elektra's betrayal of MI-6 and her alliance with Renard. Elektra and Renard plan to detonate a nuclear submarine in Istanbul to destroy the city and increase the value of Elektra's oil pipeline. Bond kills Elektra, infiltrates the submarine, eliminates Renard, and prevents a nuclear meltdown, escaping with nuclear physicist Christmas Jones.

Writer
Bond 19
IMDb ID (imdb_id)
tt0143145
Script date
1999
44Scenes
15Characters
79Pages
8Dialogue samples

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The World Is Not Enough Save the Cat analysis

James Bond retrieves stolen funds, uncovers a kidnapping plot involving Sir Robert King’s daughter, and faces the ruthless Renard.

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Key characters

James Bond

James Bond is listed as MI-6 Agent. Impeccable, resourceful, and lethal secret agent. In the parsed data, James Bond is connected to 33 scenes, 28 dialogue lines, 31 text mentions, first appearing around scene 1.

33 scenes / 28 dialogue lines

Elektra King

Elektra King is listed as Heiress. Daughter of Sir Robert King, fragile yet proud. In the parsed data, Elektra King is connected to 12 scenes, 12 dialogue lines, 13 text mentions, first appearing around scene 5.

12 scenes / 12 dialogue lines

M

M is listed as Head of MI-6. Steely, professional, and authoritative. In the parsed data, M is connected to 11 scenes, 8 dialogue lines, 8 text mentions, first appearing around scene 7.

11 scenes / 8 dialogue lines

Cigar Girl

Cigar Girl is listed as Assassin. Gorgeous Swiss bombshell, highly skilled assassin. In the parsed data, Cigar Girl is connected to 11 scenes, 5 dialogue lines, 5 text mentions, first appearing around scene 2.

11 scenes / 5 dialogue lines

Renard

Renard is listed as Terrorist. Deadly, military haircut, has a bullet in his brain that prevents him from feeling pain. In the parsed data, Renard is connected to 10 scenes, 7 dialogue lines, 13 text mentions, first appearing around scene 2.

10 scenes / 7 dialogue lines

Lachaise

Lachaise is listed as Swiss Banker. Extremely well-groomed gentleman and middleman. In the parsed data, Lachaise is connected to 7 scenes, 3 dialogue lines, 3 text mentions, first appearing around scene 1.

7 scenes / 3 dialogue lines

Christmas Jones

Christmas Jones is listed as IDA Physicist. American, highly intelligent, and capable. In the parsed data, Christmas Jones is connected to 7 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 1 text mention, first appearing around scene 44.

7 scenes / 1 dialogue lines

Tanner

Tanner is listed as Chief of Staff. MI-6 staff member. In the parsed data, Tanner is connected to 5 scenes, first appearing around scene 5.

5 scenes / 0 dialogue lines

Gabor

Gabor is listed as Bodyguard. Elektra's vigilant bodyguard. In the parsed data, Gabor is connected to 3 scenes, first appearing around scene 14.

3 scenes / 0 dialogue lines

Q

Q is listed as MI-6 Quartermaster. Inventor of gadgets and technology. In the parsed data, Q is connected to 2 scenes, 5 dialogue lines, 5 text mentions, first appearing around scene 9.

2 scenes / 5 dialogue lines

Moneypenny

Moneypenny is listed as Secretary to M. Efficient and witty. In the parsed data, Moneypenny is connected to 2 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 1 text mention, first appearing around scene 8.

2 scenes / 1 dialogue lines

Sir Robert King

Sir Robert King is listed as Oil Tycoon. Patrician, wealthy, and connected. In the parsed data, Sir Robert King is connected to 2 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 1 text mention, first appearing around scene 3.

2 scenes / 1 dialogue lines

Davidov

Davidov is listed as Head of Security. Ex-KGB, dangerous charm. In the parsed data, Davidov is connected to 1 scene, 5 dialogue lines, 6 text mentions, first appearing around scene 10.

1 scenes / 5 dialogue lines

Doctor Greatrex

Doctor Greatrex is listed as Doctor. Attractive and professional. In the parsed data, Doctor Greatrex is connected to 1 scene, 1 dialogue line, 1 text mention, first appearing around scene 6.

1 scenes / 1 dialogue lines

Valentin Zukovsky

Valentin Zukovsky is listed as Casino Owner. Former KGB, now a businessman. In the parsed data, Valentin Zukovsky is connected to 1 scene, first appearing around scene 30.

1 scenes / 0 dialogue lines

Scene outline

  1. 1. INT. PENTHOUSE BANK OFFICE - GENEVA - DAY

    Bond meets Lachaise to return money, but the meeting turns into a confrontation about an MI-6 report.

    James Bond, Lachaise, Cigar Girl
  2. 2. INT. HOTEL - GENEVA - DAY

    The Cigar Girl reports to Renard, who orders her to kill Bond.

    Cigar Girl, Renard
  3. 3. INT. M'S OFFICE, MI-6 - DAY

    Bond meets with M and Sir Robert King to discuss the report and the money.

    James Bond, M, Sir Robert King
  4. 4. INT. SECURITY, MI-6 - DAY

    Sir Robert King is killed by an explosion triggered by the money.

    James Bond, Sir Robert King
  5. 5. EXT. COUNTRY ESTATE, LOCH LOMOND - DAY

    Bond attends Sir Robert King's funeral and meets Elektra King.

    James Bond, M, Elektra King, Tanner
  6. 6. INT. MEDICAL ROOM, CASTLE THANE - DAY

    Bond undergoes a medical examination with Dr. Greatrex.

    James Bond, Doctor Greatrex
  7. 7. INT. BRIEFING ROOM, CASTLE THANE - NIGHT

    M briefs the team on Renard and the connection to the kidnapping.

    James Bond, M, Tanner
  8. 8. INT. M's Office - DAY

    M briefs Bond on Renard's condition and the threat to the pipeline, while Moneypenny delivers a medical report.

    M, James Bond, Moneypenny
  9. 9. INT. Q's Lab - NIGHT

    Bond visits Q's lab to receive new equipment and meets Q's deputy, R.

    James Bond, Q, char_16
  10. 10. EXT. Construction Site, Caucasus Mountains - DAY

    Bond arrives at the construction site and meets Davidov and Elektra King.

    James Bond, Davidov, Elektra King
  11. 11. INT. SALON PRIVE - NIGHT

    Davidov is confronted by Renard and his henchman in a private room.

    Renard, Lachaise, Cigar Girl
  12. 12. INT. CASINO - THE BLACK JACK TABLE - NIGHT

    Bond and Elektra play blackjack while Bond observes the room.

    James Bond, Elektra King
  13. 13. INT. SALON PRIVE - NIGHT

    Renard interrogates and tortures Davidov.

    Renard, Lachaise, Cigar Girl
  14. 14. EXT. CASINO - NIGHT

    Bond notices Davidov's burn and leaves with Elektra.

    James Bond, Elektra King, Lachaise, Gabor
  15. 15. EXT. CASINO ROOF - NIGHT

    Renard watches Bond and Elektra leave.

    Renard
  16. 16. INT. BEDROOM, ELEKTRA'S VILLA - NIGHT

    Bond and Elektra share an intimate moment and discuss her past.

    James Bond, Elektra King
  17. 17. EXT. AIR STRIP - NIGHT

    Bond kills Davidov and infiltrates the Russian plane.

    James Bond, Lachaise
  18. 18. INT. TEST FACILITY - KAZAKHSTAN - DAWN

    Bond meets Christmas Jones and infiltrates the test chamber.

    James Bond, Christmas Jones, Renard
  19. 19. INT. LIFT SHAFT - CONTINUOUS

    Bond narrowly escapes a bomb blast in the lift shaft.

    James Bond
  20. 20. INT. PASSAGEWAY BY ELEVATOR - CONTINUOUS

    Bond meets Christmas Jones and they escape via an old elevator.

    James Bond, Cigar Girl
  21. 21. INT. ELEVATOR - CONTINUOUS

    Bond and Christmas survive the elevator ascent.

    James Bond, Cigar Girl
  22. 22. EXT. MESA - TEST FACILITY - KAZAKHSTAN - CONTINUOUS

    Bond and Christmas discuss the stolen warhead.

    James Bond, Cigar Girl
  23. 23. INT. BRIEFING ROOM, CASTLE THANE (MI-6 HQ) - DAY

    M receives a video call from Elektra King.

    M, Moneypenny, Elektra King, Tanner
  24. 24. INT. ELEKTRA'S VILLA - BAKU - DAY

    Bond confronts Elektra at her villa.

    James Bond, Elektra King, Gabor
  25. 25. EXT/INT. PIPELINE CONTROL CENTER, TURKEY - DAY

    Bond and M investigate the pipeline attack.

    James Bond, Cigar Girl, M, Elektra King, Tanner
  26. 26. INT. PIPELINE - DAY

    Bond and Christmas intercept the bomb rig.

    James Bond, Cigar Girl
  27. 27. INT. PIPELINE CONTROL CENTER - DAY

    Elektra betrays M.

    M, Elektra King, Gabor
  28. 28. EXT. PIPELINE CRATER - DAY

    Bond and Christmas plan their next move.

    James Bond, Cigar Girl
  29. 29. INT. MAIDEN'S TOWER - TWILIGHT

    Renard and Elektra hold M captive.

    Renard, M, Elektra King
  30. 30. INT. CAVIAR FISHERY - DUSK

    Bond confronts Zukovsky.

    James Bond, Cigar Girl, Valentin Zukovsky
  31. 31. INT. FACTORY - DAY

    Bond finishes off armed men and exits the factory.

    James Bond
  32. 32. EXT. WALKWAYS - DAY

    Bond lures the chopper to a gas jet and destroys it.

    James Bond, Lachaise, Christmas Jones
  33. 33. EXT. CAVIAR PIT - DAY

    Bond interrogates a sinking Zukovsky about the submarine.

    James Bond, Lachaise, Christmas Jones
  34. 34. INT/EXT. BALCONY/MAIDEN'S TOWER - NIGHT

    Renard observes a submarine approaching the Maiden's Tower.

    Renard
  35. 35. INT. M'S CELL - NIGHT

    M discovers a locator card in her pocket.

    M
  36. 36. INT. BEDROOM - MAIDEN'S TOWER - NIGHT

    Renard and Elektra share an intimate, twisted moment.

    Renard, Elektra King
  37. 37. INT. M'S PRISON ROOM - DAY

    Bond rescues M from her cell and heads to find Elektra.

    James Bond, M
  38. 38. INT. BALCONY/MAIDEN'S TOWER - DAY

    Bond confronts Elektra, who refuses to call off Renard, leading Bond to shoot her.

    James Bond, Elektra King
  39. 39. EXT. MAIDEN'S TOWER - DAY

    Bond dives from the tower into the Bosphorus.

    James Bond
  40. 40. INT. SUBMARINE - CONTINUOUS

    Bond infiltrates the submarine and rescues Christmas Jones.

    James Bond, Christmas Jones
  41. 41. INT. SUBMARINE CONTROL ROOM - DAY

    Bond and Renard communicate via intercom while Renard prepares the reactor.

    James Bond, Renard, Christmas Jones
  42. 42. INT. REACTOR CHAMBER - DAY

    Bond kills Renard and prevents a nuclear meltdown.

    James Bond, Renard, Christmas Jones
  43. 43. INT. MI-6 BRIEFING ROOM - NIGHT

    M, Q, and Tanner track Bond's location via thermal imaging.

    M, Q, Tanner
  44. 44. EXT. ROOF, ISTANBUL - NIGHT

    Bond and Christmas celebrate together.

    James Bond, Christmas Jones

Dialogue examples

Ahh, the rampant 007 wit. I, of course, am laughing inside. But I dare say you've met your match in this machine. The absolute latest in intercepts, surveillance and countermeasures. Titanium plating and armor, a multi-tasking heads-up display. Completely indestructible. All in all, rather stocked.

char_16 / Scene 9

He's not through yet. Renard doesn't blow up five million dollars unless he knows there's more coming in. He's working for someone. Someone who wants to stop the pipeline. And they hired the perfect killer. One with a vendetta against King...and you.

James Bond / Scene 8

Get out to the pipeline. Find the insider who switched the pin. If your instincts are right, Renard will be back. He hasn't completed the job. The pipeline is still going forward, and we have Elektra to thank for that.

M / Scene 8

Oh pipe down, 007. Your 29th. Try not to lose this one. It has dual lasers and a miniature grappling hook with fifty feet of high-tensile micro-filament, able to support 800 pounds.

Q / Scene 9

They won't get far. Every warhead has a locator card. A Miratom device. Emits a high-pitched signal on Russian emergency frequencies. We can track the bomb.

Cigar Girl / Scene 22

At noon tomorrow, your time is up. And I guarantee you...I will not miss. You will die. Along with everyone in this city and the future of the West.

Renard / Scene 29

Find me the research on the limestone deposits, go ahead and place these orders, and get the jeep ready. I will go to Ruan myself...

Elektra King / Scene 10

I'm sorry. I would never call you except...Bond's disappeared. He...he left my villa, some time in the middle of the night and...

Elektra King / Scene 23

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