Secret agent. Spook. Spy. Intelligence agents go by many names (and often have just as many aliases). Sometimes government employees . . . and sometimes working in black-ops off-shoots, these agents are as mysterious as they are deadly.
I is for Intelligence Agent
James Bond (Bond franchise) – My oldest film love, I've been watching the James Bond movies since I was a little girl. With a licence to kill and looks to match, Bond has been shaking up (not stirring) the big screen since 1962.
Jason Bourne (Bourne series) – Before he lost his memory, Jason Bourne was a hired assassin working for Treadstone, a black-ops program out of the CIA. Unfortunately for Treadstone, Jason isn't afraid to use his considerable skills to assassinate corrupt off-books agencies who don't play fair.
Jason Bourne (Bourne series) – Before he lost his memory, Jason Bourne was a hired assassin working for Treadstone, a black-ops program out of the CIA. Unfortunately for Treadstone, Jason isn't afraid to use his considerable skills to assassinate corrupt off-books agencies who don't play fair.
Sydney Brystow (Alias) – The only lady to make my list, Sydney Bristow is more than capable of taking care of herself. A double agent spy, she works for the CIA to take down terrorist cells around the globe. And she does it all in six-inch stiletto heels.
Jack Bauer (24) – Jack Bauer is, if possible, the only man that can keep up with Chuck Norris. He accomplishes more in 24 hours than most people do in three months. A member of CTU (Counter Terrorist Unit), Jack is a dedicated agent. The only downfall
Ethan Hunt (Mission Impossible franchise) – The man of a million masks, Ethan Hunt changes his face as often as the Bond series changes actors. His missions, which he always chooses to accept despite the high risk involved, are full of disguises, intrigue, and impossibility. Lucky for the world, Ethan is skilled at making the impossible, possible.
And there you have it, my Top 5 favorite Intelligence Agents. What are some of your favorites?
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This post is part of the Blogging A through Z Challenge 2013. My theme (in case you didn't already guess) is character types and tropes. Stay tuned for the rest of the alphabet, and if you’d like to check in on the other participants, simply click here.
Ethan Hunt & Bourne! Two of my favs. I liked Salt.
ReplyDeleteHow cool...I used to want to be one. Until I realized I'm not calm in high-stress situations. I think that might be a requirement. Cool post!
ReplyDeleteI like M Bond's boss, she is awesome, I love Judy Dench.
ReplyDeleteKatie atBankerchick Scratchings
I really liked Charlie, in Le Carre's Little Drummer Girl.
ReplyDeleteAlec Guiness as George Smiley in the original Tinker, Tailor series.
ReplyDeleteI can't get behind you on the Mission Impossible movies. Too many of them have just been bad.
And I can only support the first two seasons of Alias.
You listed Syd. Good enough!
ReplyDeleteI love James Bond movies! Great theme! Thanks for hopping by my blog! I really appreciate it <3
ReplyDeleteSincerely,Miss Uncertain---sidetracked
I too have loved James Bond forever. Thanks for stopping by and visiting me. Loved this post.
ReplyDeleteI love this idea!
ReplyDeleteEthan Hunt feels more like a wannabe spy because it always seems it's for a personal reason he's doing something.
I love Jack Ryan in Hunt for Red October but James Bond...have loved him my entire life. I'm pretty faithful when it comes to him (even when Timothy Dalton played him)
Riann Colton
I'm loving reading all about your theme. I like how you have it set up too. :)
ReplyDeleteDefinitely James Bond ranks number one on my list of spies. :)
Jai
Ah James Bond! Thanks for visiting me today
ReplyDeletegreat post as always.
ReplyDeleteJames Bond is the ultimate agent. Suave, stylish and always a gentleman. You have to love that.
ReplyDeleteNever heard of Ethan Hunt. James Bond on the other hand is a house hold name. I don't know if I should be happy about it or not. LOL
ReplyDeleteThis is a very interesting theme... Spies are awesome!
ReplyDeleteI love Sydney from Alias! Oh, now I want to rewatch that series.
ReplyDeleteI love everyone on your list, but if I had to pick one favorite, it would be Bond. He defines the very word, secret agent.
ReplyDeleteI think you covered mine!
ReplyDeleteFunny how many have last names beginning with a 'B'- remember reading that the higher in the alphabet your surname the more successful you were likely to be. As a "W", I do all I can to stamp out Alphabet-ism....
ReplyDeleteOmg really Alphabetism, I too am a victim, never knew, lol,
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maggie winter
Love spies, Bourne:)
Burn Notice' s Michael Westen. He's a cutie too:)
ReplyDeleteAdd another vote for Bond. He really started it all, didn't he? I attended a party once with a James Bond theme. The room was dark, with spotlights circling and the theme song playing. So cool!
ReplyDeleteGreat choices. Austin Powers was a great one to me.
ReplyDeleteWow! I am glad I am here to read this post. James Bond is an all time favorite - ever since I got my first cell phone ten years ago, I've had the same ring tone - Dr.No's theme.
ReplyDeleteLove the name of your blog, Hennessy! Have a great day and thank you for connecting!
#AtoZChallenge
Whenever I watch a movie with an Intelligence Agent in, I always think 'Man, I would love to do that full time.' - I am somewhat of a thrill seeker.
ReplyDeleteLoved this post. AtoZChallenge.
I'm a huge Jason Bourne fan. They were such smart concepts of IA. But, I have to give props for the Daniel Craig Bond movies. They are really good and the franchise became modern since he became Bond.
ReplyDeleteAagh how have I missed stopping by here too?? My favourite of these has gotta be Jason Bourne. Really enjoyed those movies. I liked the new one a lot too.
ReplyDeleteAllison (Geek Banter)
James Bond is the best! :)
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