*Just as James Bond is a daring gambler, so Sean Connery gambled on his career when he left the Bond franchise.
He’d made films before Dr. No, but his career lacked direction. He’s since proven that his charm, charisma and talent were not confined to 007 – his post-Bond career includes “Rising Sun,” “The Hunt for Red October,” and his Oscar-winning role in “The Untouchables,” among many others. *Source: Back of card