Review of Licence to Kill (1989) by Stevekm — 26 Feb 2023

Good Bond film, interesting story line with Felix (once again, a different actor), but I still don't like Dalton as Bond.

This review of Licence to Kill (1989) was written by Stevekm on 26 Feb 2023.

Licence to Kill has generally received positive reviews.

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