Plot summary

In the face of a common threat, with someone killing secret agents globally, the world's principal spy agencies decide to set their differences aside to face the new menace. So, to thwart the sinister plans of the evil criminal organisation known as SMERSH, retired legendary super-spy Sir James Bond agrees to lend a hand and return to active duty. As Bond puts his ingenious plan into effect, aiming at creating confusion, the British Secret Service enlists the help of a suave baccarat master to beat SMERSH card ace Le Chiffre at his own game. Now, greed and betrayal raise the stakes. However, the question remains. Who is behind the stealthy assassinations?—Nick Riganas