Moneypenny

Moneypenny is a fictional character in the James Bond franchise.

Moneypenny is a fictional character in the James Bond franchise. She is best known as M’s secretary at MI6 and as James Bond’s witty, flirtatious confidante. The character has appeared in nearly all Eon-produced Bond films and has been portrayed by several actresses, including Canadian Lois Maxwell.

Character overview

Moneypenny is a recurring fictional character in the James Bond series. She works as M’s secretary and is known for her professional competence, dry humour, and ongoing banter with Bond. She is portrayed as Bond’s close confidante and a source of flirtatious banter, but the relationship is never consummated.

Portrayals in film

The character has been played by multiple actresses across the film series. Lois Maxwell is the longest-running portrayal, appearing in the first 14 Eon-produced Bond films. Later actors include Caroline Bliss, Samantha Bond, and Naomie Harris, who portrayed the character as Eve Moneypenny in the Daniel Craig era. Other portrayals include Barbara Bouchet and Pamela Salem in non-Eon productions.

Name and continuity

The character is usually called Miss Moneypenny, but some versions give her the first name Jane or Eve. Different continuities and adaptations use different names. The infobox lists her full name as Miss Moneypenny, later given as Jane Moneypenny or Eve Moneypenny in some continuities.

Relationship with James Bond

Moneypenny is commonly written as being attracted to Bond, while Bond flirts in return. Their relationship is generally portrayed as affectionate and teasing rather than romantic or physical. In the novels and films, she is often depicted as having feelings for Bond, but the relationship is never consummated.