Michael G. Wilson

Michael G. Wilson

Birth : 1943-01-21, New York, New York, USA

History

Michael Gregg Wilson, OBE (born January 21, 1943) is the producer and screenwriter of many of the James Bond films. Wilson was born in New York City, the son of Dana (née Natol) and actor Lewis Wilson. His father was the first actor to play the DC Comics character Batman in live action, which he did in the 1943 film serial Batman. He is the stepson of the late James Bond producer Albert R. Broccoli and step brother to Bond co-producer, Barbara Broccoli. Wilson graduated from Harvey Mudd College in 1963 as an electrical engineer. He later studied law at Stanford. After graduating, Wilson worked for the United States government and later a firm located in Washington D.C. that specialized in international law.\n He was made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2008 New Year Honours, alongside Barbara Broccoli.\n In 2010 Wilson was given The Royal Photographic Society's award for Outstanding Service to Photography, which carries with it an Honorary Fellowship of The Society.\n In 1972, Wilson joined Eon Productions, the production company responsible for the James Bond film series dating back to 1962 that began with his stepfather Albert R. 'Cubby' Broccoli and Harry Saltzman. Wilson specifically worked in Eon Productions' legal department until taking a more active role as an assistant to Cubby Broccoli for the film The Spy Who Loved Me (1977). In 1979 Wilson became executive producer of the film Moonraker and since has been an executive producer or producer in every James Bond film, currently co-producing with his half-sister Barbara.\n Wilson collaborated five times with veteran Bond screenwriter Richard Maibaum starting in 1981 with For Your Eyes Only. In 1989 Michael G. Wilson was forced to finish the screenplay to Licence to Kill alone due to a strike by the Writers Guild of America, west which prevented Maibaum from having any further involvement. For both, this was their final James Bond script, as Maibaum died in 1991 and Wilson ceased writing, although he outlined a never-produced film in the series with Alfonse Ruggiero, scrapped due to internal legal wranglings between Eon Productions and MGM (the following film, GoldenEye being a completely different story written by Michael France). In addition to his production duties, Wilson has also made many cameo appearances (speaking and non-speaking) in the Bond films. His first appearance, long before becoming a producer, was in Goldfinger in which he appeared as a soldier. Wilson has made cameo appearances in every Eon-produced Bond film since 1977.

Profile

Michael G. Wilson

Movies

The Accidental Getaway Driver
Executive Producer
During a routine pickup, an elderly Vietnamese cab driver is taken hostage at gunpoint by three recently escaped Orange County convicts. Based on a true story.
The Sound of 007
Self
Pull back the curtain on the remarkable history of six decades of James Bond music, from Sean Connery’s Dr No through to Daniel Craig’s final outing in No Time to Die.
The Sound of 007
Executive Producer
Pull back the curtain on the remarkable history of six decades of James Bond music, from Sean Connery’s Dr No through to Daniel Craig’s final outing in No Time to Die.
No Time to Die
Spectre Party Guest (uncredited)
Bond has left active service and is enjoying a tranquil life in Jamaica. His peace is short-lived when his old friend Felix Leiter from the CIA turns up asking for help. The mission to rescue a kidnapped scientist turns out to be far more treacherous than expected, leading Bond onto the trail of a mysterious villain armed with dangerous new technology.
No Time to Die
Producer
Bond has left active service and is enjoying a tranquil life in Jamaica. His peace is short-lived when his old friend Felix Leiter from the CIA turns up asking for help. The mission to rescue a kidnapped scientist turns out to be far more treacherous than expected, leading Bond onto the trail of a mysterious villain armed with dangerous new technology.
Being James Bond
Self - Producer (voice)
Daniel Craig candidly reflects on his 15 year adventure as James Bond. Including never-before-seen archival footage from Casino Royale to the upcoming 25th film No Time To Die, Craig shares his personal memories in conversation with 007 producers, Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli.
The Rhythm Section
Producer
When she discovers the plane crash that claimed the lives of her family was no accident, Stephanie Patrick enters the dark, complex world of international espionage seeking vengeance. With nothing left to lose, Stephanie transforms from victim to assassin and discovers that neither revenge nor the truth are what they appear.
Nancy
Executive Producer
Nancy becomes increasingly convinced she was kidnapped as a child. When she meets a couple whose daughter went missing thirty years ago, reasonable doubts give way to willful belief.
Spectre
Producer
A cryptic message from Bond’s past sends him on a trail to uncover a sinister organization. While M battles political forces to keep the secret service alive, Bond peels back the layers of deceit to reveal the terrible truth behind SPECTRE.
Pinewood: 80 Years of Movie Magic
Himself
Jonathan Ross takes you behind the scenes to Britain's famous film studio, revealing behind the scenes magic of some of the most popular movies of all time.
Top Gear: 50 Years of Bond Cars
Self
Richard Hammond celebrates 50 years of Bond's amazing history with cars revealing the entertaining behind-the-scenes stories of the most iconic cars.
Skyfall
Producer
When Bond's latest assignment goes gravely wrong, agents around the world are exposed and MI6 headquarters is attacked. While M faces challenges to her authority and position from Gareth Mallory, the new Chairman of the Intelligence and Security Committee, it's up to Bond, aided only by field agent Eve, to locate the mastermind behind the attack.
Bond on Location
Behind the scenes of shooting in various notoriously difficult locations, including interviews with producers and lead actors.
Designing 007: Fifty Years of Bond Style
Self
A look at a museum exhibition that celebrates the Bond franchise from a design perspective: costumes, sets, concept art, props, etc. We get a multi-sensory experience, immersing audiences in the creation and development of Bond style over its auspicious 50 year history.
The Weird World of Eadweard Muybridge
Pioneer photographer, forefather of cinema, showman, murderer - Eadweard Muybridge was a Victorian enigma. He was born and died in Kingston upon Thames, but did his most famous work in California - freezing time and starting it up again, so that for the first time people could see how a racing horse's legs moved. He went on to animate the movements of naked ladies, wrestlers, athletes, elephants, cockatoos and his own naked body, projecting his images publicly with a machine he invented and astounding audiences worldwide with the first flickerings of cinema. Alan Yentob follows in Muybridge's footsteps as he makes - and often changes - his name, and sets off to kill his young wife's lover. With Andy Serkis as Muybridge
Director Marc Forster
The short piece gives us info from Forster, Craig, Arterton, Almaric, Kurylenko, and Wilson. All involved tell us of Forster's greatness.
On Location
The short piece features remarks and footage from Forster, Wilson, Bradley, Evans, Kurylenko and Arterton.
Start of Shooting
The short piece shows what the cast and crew did on the first day of production but mostly just serves as an overview of general movie-making bits.
Quantum of Solace
Producer
Quantum of Solace continues the adventures of James Bond after Casino Royale. Betrayed by Vesper, the woman he loved, 007 fights the urge to make his latest mission personal. Pursuing his determination to uncover the truth, Bond and M interrogate Mr. White, who reveals that the organization that blackmailed Vesper is far more complex and dangerous than anyone had imagined.
James Bond in the Bahamas
A documentary about James Bond in the Bahamas.
Ian Fleming's Incredible Creation
A documentary about Ian Fleming.
The Road to Casino Royale
Documentary that traces the tangled rights to Ian Fleming's "Casino Royale," the first James Bond story, which took over a half century to reach the screen in recognizable form.
Death in Venice: The Sinking Palazzo
Short behind the scenes making-of documentary about the filming of the sinking house palazzo and the Venetian piazza chase from the James Bond movie Casino Royale (2006).
James Bond: For Real
Self
The stunts and action set pieces for the the 2006 James Bond adventure 'Casino Royale'.
Casino Royale
Chief of Police
Le Chiffre, a banker to the world's terrorists, is scheduled to participate in a high-stakes poker game in Montenegro, where he intends to use his winnings to establish his financial grip on the terrorist market. M sends Bond—on his maiden mission as a 00 Agent—to attend this game and prevent Le Chiffre from winning. With the help of Vesper Lynd and Felix Leiter, Bond enters the most important poker game in his already dangerous career.
Casino Royale
Producer
Le Chiffre, a banker to the world's terrorists, is scheduled to participate in a high-stakes poker game in Montenegro, where he intends to use his winnings to establish his financial grip on the terrorist market. M sends Bond—on his maiden mission as a 00 Agent—to attend this game and prevent Le Chiffre from winning. With the help of Vesper Lynd and Felix Leiter, Bond enters the most important poker game in his already dangerous career.
Becoming Bond
Self
A documentary which shows the creation of Casino Royale (2006).
Directing Bond: The Martin Chronicles
Martin Campbell directs Goldeneye.
Bond in Greece
Narrator
A documentary about For Your Eyes Only filming in Greece.
Bond in Cortina
Narrator
A documentary about shooting For Your Eyes Only in Cortina.
Roger Moore: My Word Is My Bond
A brief documentary about Roger Moore as James Bond.
007 in Egypt
Narrator
A look at filming James Bond in Egypt.
Building a Better Bond
Teaser promotional documentary made for theaters and exhibitors, shot in 1994 during pre-production to promote the then upcoming James Bond movie GoldenEye (1995).
Neptune's Journey
Narrator
Short documentary about the white two-person Neptune lock-out submersible exploratory mini-submarine from the James Bond movie "For Your Eyes Only".
Bond '79
Narrator
Original 1979 interview footage filmed in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil for the James Bond movie Moonraker (1979).
007 Stage Dedication
Narrator
Original archival footage of the opening of the Albert R. Broccoli 007 Stage at Pinewood Studios, Buckinghamshire, England.
Escape from Atlantis: Storyboard Sequence
Narrator
Storyboard sequence of the original slightly different ending of the escape from and sinking of Atlantis from the James Bond movie "The Spy Who Loved Me".
On Location with 'The Man with the Golden Gun'
Rare on location on the set footage from Kowloon, Hong Kong for the filming of the James Bond movie 'Man with the Golden Gun'.
Girls Fighting
Archival dailies and rushes footage of the karate girls fighting sequence from the James Bond movie "The Man with the Golden Gun".
Explosion Tests
Narrator
Short documentary featuring the special effects test footage of blasts and explosions used for the James Bond movie "Diamonds are Forever".
Satellite Test Reel
Narrator
Short documentary featuring the special effects test footage, storyboards and final cut of the space satellite sequence for the James Bond movie "Diamonds are Forever".
Oil Rig Attack
Narrator
Short documentary featuring the unused footage including the landing frogmen not seen in final cut of the oil rig attack sequence from the James Bond movie "Diamonds are Forever".
Casting on 'Her Majesty's Secret Service'
Narrator
DVD documentary short about the casting of On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1969). Program is made up of original television footage of the principal leads of the movie's cast meeting the press on the 7th of October 1968, two weeks prior to the start of principal photography.
Best Ever Bond
Self
Roger Moore presents the ten best sequences ever to have appeared in the James Bond series, and cast members recall their favourite moments.
Die Another Day: From Script to Screen
Self
A documentary about Die Another Day.
Die Another Day
General Chandler
James Bond is sent to investigate the connection between a North Korean terrorist and a diamond mogul, who is funding the development of an international space weapon.
Die Another Day
Producer
James Bond is sent to investigate the connection between a North Korean terrorist and a diamond mogul, who is funding the development of an international space weapon.
Shaken and Stirred on Ice
Self
A documentary about Die Another Day.
Inside 'Licence to Kill'
A behind the scenes look at the James Bond film 'Licence to Kill'.
Inside 'Licence to Kill'
Thanks
A behind the scenes look at the James Bond film 'Licence to Kill'.
Inside 'The Living Daylights'
Self
A behind the scenes look at the James Bond film "The Living Daylights"
Inside 'The Living Daylights'
Thanks
A behind the scenes look at the James Bond film "The Living Daylights"
Silhouettes: The James Bond Titles
Documentary exploring the famous title sequences used in the Bond movies. Narrated by Patrick Macnee. Included on the 'You Only Live Twice' Bluray disc
101 Reykjavik
Producer
Thirty-year-old Hlynur still lives with his mother and spends his days drinking, watching porn and surfing the net while living off unemployment checks. A girl is interested in him, but he stands back from commitment. His mother's Spanish flamenco teacher, Lola, moves in with them for Christmas. On New Year's Eve, while his mother is away, Hlynur finds out Lola is a lesbian, but also ends up having sex with her. He soon finds out he and his mother are sharing more than a house. Eventually he must find out where he fits into the puzzle, and how to live life less selfishly.
Inside 'For Your Eyes Only'
A behind the scenes look at the James Bond film "For Your Eyes Only"
Inside 'The Man with the Golden Gun'
Thanks
A behind the scenes look at the James Bond film "The Man with the Golden Gun"
Inside 'The Man with the Golden Gun'
A behind the scenes look at the James Bond film "The Man with the Golden Gun"
Terence Young: Bond Vivant
Thanks
Documentary on the career of director Terence Young.
Terence Young: Bond Vivant
Documentary on the career of director Terence Young.
Inside 'Dr. No'
Self
A behind the scenes look at the James Bond film Dr. No.
James Bond Down River
Promotional documentary filmed at the London East End Docklands area and River Thames for the filming of the opening boat chase for The World Is Not Enough (1999).
Inside 'Octopussy'
Documentary looking at the production of the James Bond movie 'Octopussy'. Narrated by Patrick Macnee.
Inside 'A View to a Kill'
A behind the scenes look at the James Bond film "A View to a Kill"
Designing Bond: Peter Lamont
A documentary about the work of Peter Lamont.
Inside 'Moonraker'
Documentary looking at the production of the James Bond movie 'Moonraker'. Narated by Patrick Macnee.
Ken Adam: Designing Bond
A look at the Oscar-winning production designer.
Inside 'The Spy Who Loved Me'
A behind the scenes look at the James Bond film "The Spy Who Loved Me"
The Bond Sound: The Music of 007
Self
Documentary discussing the many songs featured in the James Bond films
Inside 'Diamonds Are Forever'
Thanks
A behind the scenes look at the James Bond film "Diamonds are Forever"
Inside 'On Her Majesty's Secret Service'
A behind the scenes look at the James Bond film "On Her Majesty's Secret Service"
Inside 'You Only Live Twice'
Thanks
A behind the scenes look at the James Bond film "You Only Live Twice"
Harry Saltzman: Showman
Thanks
The story of Harry Saltzman, producer of the first James Bond movies.
Harry Saltzman: Showman
The story of Harry Saltzman, producer of the first James Bond movies.
Cubby Broccoli: The Man Behind Bond
Himself
Short documentary about Cubby Broccoli.
The World Is Not Enough
Man in Casino (uncredited)
Greed, revenge, world dominance and high-tech terrorism – it's all in a day's work for Bond, who's on a mission to protect a beautiful oil heiress from a notorious terrorist. In a race against time that culminates in a dramatic submarine showdown, Bond works to defuse the international power struggle that has the world's oil supply hanging in the balance.
The World Is Not Enough
Producer
Greed, revenge, world dominance and high-tech terrorism – it's all in a day's work for Bond, who's on a mission to protect a beautiful oil heiress from a notorious terrorist. In a race against time that culminates in a dramatic submarine showdown, Bond works to defuse the international power struggle that has the world's oil supply hanging in the balance.
Highly Classified: The World of 007
His world is full of glamour, mystery and intrigue and now you get to be a part of it! Let gadget wizard Q (Desmond Llewelyn) be your guide to the ubiquitous lifestyle and thrilling adventures of the world's most notorious secret agent. The undercover team will take you behind-the-scenes as they infiltrate the highly classified worlds of the man everyone knows as Bond -- James Bond. Hosted by Desmond Llewelyn who plays Secret Service gadget master Q. Boasts rare behind-the-scenes footage of spectacular stunts and explosive action sequences. Reveals the special effects magic behind the remotely-driven BMW, the rooftop motorcycle chase and death-defying skysrcaper jump. Interviews with Tomorrow Never Dies' director Roger Spottiswoode and stars Pierce Brosnan, Jonathan Pryce, Michelle Yeoh, Teri Hatcher and Judi Dench.
Tomorrow Never Dies
Producer
A deranged media mogul is staging international incidents to pit the world's superpowers against each other. Now James Bond must take on this evil mastermind in an adrenaline-charged battle to end his reign of terror and prevent global pandemonium.
Goldeneye: The Secret Files
Made for TV documentary including interview and behind the scenes footage from the James Bond movie GoldenEye (1995).
GoldenEye
Producer
When a powerful satellite system falls into the hands of Alec Trevelyan, AKA Agent 006, a former ally-turned-enemy, only James Bond can save the world from a dangerous space weapon that -- in one short pulse -- could destroy the earth! As Bond squares off against his former compatriot, he also battles Xenia Onatopp, an assassin who uses pleasure as her ultimate weapon
Behind the Scenes with 'Goldfinger'
Thanks
A behind the scenes look at the James Bond film "Goldfinger".
GoldenEye: The Secret Files - The Cast
A short documentary about the cast of GoldenEye.
Licence to Kill
Producer
After capturing the notorious drug lord Franz Sanchez, Bond's close friend and former CIA agent Felix Leiter is left for dead and his wife is murdered. Bond goes rogue and seeks vengeance on those responsible, as he infiltrates Sanchez's organization from the inside.
Licence to Kill
Screenplay
After capturing the notorious drug lord Franz Sanchez, Bond's close friend and former CIA agent Felix Leiter is left for dead and his wife is murdered. Bond goes rogue and seeks vengeance on those responsible, as he infiltrates Sanchez's organization from the inside.
The Living Daylights
Opera Patron
After a defecting Russian general reveals a plot to assassinate foreign spies, James Bond is assigned a secret mission to dispatch the new head of the KGB to prevent an escalation of tensions between the Soviet Union and the West.
The Living Daylights
Producer
After a defecting Russian general reveals a plot to assassinate foreign spies, James Bond is assigned a secret mission to dispatch the new head of the KGB to prevent an escalation of tensions between the Soviet Union and the West.
The Living Daylights
Screenplay
After a defecting Russian general reveals a plot to assassinate foreign spies, James Bond is assigned a secret mission to dispatch the new head of the KGB to prevent an escalation of tensions between the Soviet Union and the West.
A View to a Kill
Man Heard Over Loudspeaker at San Francisco City Hall (voice) (uncredited)
A newly-developed microchip designed by Zorin Industries for the British Government that can survive the electromagnetic radiation caused by a nuclear explosion has landed in the hands of the KGB. James Bond must find out how and why. His suspicions soon lead him to big industry leader Max Zorin who forms a plan to destroy his only competition in Silicon Valley by triggering a massive earthquake in the San Francisco Bay.
A View to a Kill
Producer
A newly-developed microchip designed by Zorin Industries for the British Government that can survive the electromagnetic radiation caused by a nuclear explosion has landed in the hands of the KGB. James Bond must find out how and why. His suspicions soon lead him to big industry leader Max Zorin who forms a plan to destroy his only competition in Silicon Valley by triggering a massive earthquake in the San Francisco Bay.
A View to a Kill
Screenplay
A newly-developed microchip designed by Zorin Industries for the British Government that can survive the electromagnetic radiation caused by a nuclear explosion has landed in the hands of the KGB. James Bond must find out how and why. His suspicions soon lead him to big industry leader Max Zorin who forms a plan to destroy his only competition in Silicon Valley by triggering a massive earthquake in the San Francisco Bay.
Octopussy
Soviet Security Council Member / Man on Tour Boat (uncredited)
James Bond is sent to investigate after a fellow “00” agent is found dead with a priceless Indian Fabergé egg. Bond follows the mystery and uncovers a smuggling scandal and a Russian General who wants to provoke a new World War.
Octopussy
Executive Producer
James Bond is sent to investigate after a fellow “00” agent is found dead with a priceless Indian Fabergé egg. Bond follows the mystery and uncovers a smuggling scandal and a Russian General who wants to provoke a new World War.
Octopussy
Screenplay
James Bond is sent to investigate after a fellow “00” agent is found dead with a priceless Indian Fabergé egg. Bond follows the mystery and uncovers a smuggling scandal and a Russian General who wants to provoke a new World War.
James Bond in India
The making of the James Bond movie Octopussy (1983) in Udaipur, India during 1982.
For Your Eyes Only
Executive Producer
A British spy ship has sunk and on board was a hi-tech encryption device. James Bond is sent to find the device that holds British launching instructions before the enemy Soviets get to it first.
For Your Eyes Only
Screenplay
A British spy ship has sunk and on board was a hi-tech encryption device. James Bond is sent to find the device that holds British launching instructions before the enemy Soviets get to it first.
Moonraker
Executive Producer
After Drax Industries' Moonraker space shuttle is hijacked, secret agent James Bond is assigned to investigate, traveling to California to meet the company's owner, the mysterious Hugo Drax. With the help of scientist Dr. Holly Goodhead, Bond soon uncovers Drax's nefarious plans for humanity, all the while fending off an old nemesis, Jaws, and venturing to Venice, Rio, the Amazon...and even outer space.
Moonraker
Man Outside Venini Glass / NASA Technician / Man on Bridge (uncredited)
After Drax Industries' Moonraker space shuttle is hijacked, secret agent James Bond is assigned to investigate, traveling to California to meet the company's owner, the mysterious Hugo Drax. With the help of scientist Dr. Holly Goodhead, Bond soon uncovers Drax's nefarious plans for humanity, all the while fending off an old nemesis, Jaws, and venturing to Venice, Rio, the Amazon...and even outer space.
Bond 26
Producer
The 26th film in the James Bond franchise. It has been described as a "reinvention of Bond".
Remote Control
Executive Producer
The movie follows Michael Rafter, a former war correspondent turned corporate security consultant, whose life is overturned when he receives a mysterious phone call from an unknown source.Intrigued by the caller’s intent, Rafter investigates and soon uncovers the threads of a global conspiracy, finding himself drawn into a fight for his life and pursued by the 212, a powerful shadow organization. Rafter soon discovers he has been targeted and framed as the notorious international assassin, Julian Irving. With his own identity erased, Rafter turns to the only person he can trust – his former lover, Tracy, who is also implicated in the conspiracy. On the run together, they must stay ahead of the 212, the CIA and a team of professional assassins, and unravel the mystery while trying to stay alive.