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Was Kit Harington’s Grandfather the Inspiration for Bond?

Actor Kit Harington speaks with historian Phil Tomaselli about his grandfather’s service during World War II. He learns that his grandfather, John Harington, was recruited by the Naval Intelligence Division in 1941, and stationed in Jamaica at the same time as Ian Fleming — who would go on to write the series of James Bond novels, drawing inspiration from his time in British intelligence.
Clip Season 2 Episode 1 Length 02:56 Premiere: 04/11/23

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Emeli Sandé

S2 E4 Length 44:43 Premiere Date 05/02/23

Toby Jones

S2 E3 Length 44:15 Premiere Date 04/25/23

Keira Knightley

S2 E2 Length 44:04 Premiere Date 04/18/23

Kit Harington

S2 E1 Length 42:02 Premiere Date 04/11/23

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Was Kit Harington’s Grandfather the Inspiration for Bond?

Clip Length 02:56 Premiere Date 04/11/23

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