Dickinson, Elordi, and Holland Top Studio Wishlist for 007 Reboot Now that the martini glass has been passed from Daniel Craig, Amazon MGM are stirring, not shaking, the speculation with a new shortlist of potential James Bonds. And it’s no longer just pub talk or Twitter fantasy: Variety reports the studio has narrowed its wishlist … Read more
Tom Holland Tops the 007 Wishlist as Bond Franchise Eyes Radical Youth Reboot James Bond might be about to swap his shaken Martini for a protein smoothie and a fresher passport photo. According to rumors, Tom Holland is reportedly leading the pack of potential young successors to the world’s most enduring spy. The twist? Amazon … Read more
Denis Villeneuve Circles Bond 26—And He’s Already Dropping Hints There’s no official release date yet for Bond 26, but according to ABC News, late 2027 is the pencilled-in ETA. That might seem distant, but the chatter is deafening, largely because of one man: Denis Villeneuve. Yes, the Canadian cinematic sorcerer behind Dune, Blade Runner 2049, … Read more
Bond Isn’t Broken: Why Izabella Scorupco Thinks 007 Still Works Just Fine It’s open season on James Bond. As Hollywood scrambles to reinvent its icons, the world’s most debonair secret agent has become something of a sitting duck. Critics call him outdated, even misogynistic, a remnant of a time when shaken martinis and shapely silhouettes … Read more
Pierce Brosnan Tips His Hat to Aaron Taylor-Johnson: “He Would Be Very Good” as Bond There’s something rather delicious about ex-Bonds giving their blessing to their would-be successors. Like old kings raising a knowing eyebrow as a new princeling enters the court. And now, Sir Pierce Brosnan (well, not technically knighted—but let’s not quibble), the … Read more
Alfonso Cuarón in the Frame to Direct Bond 26 As Amazon takes the wheel on the James Bond franchise, one particularly exciting bit of intel has emerged from the Paris Cinéma Club: Alfonso Cuarón, the two-time Oscar-winning director and artistic brain behind Gravity, Children of Men, and Roma, has confirmed he’s been in talks to … Read more
Amazon MGM Begins Work on “Fresh, Exotic” James Bond Reboot in London The future of James Bond is officially in motion, and it’s looking decidedly unfamiliar. With filming prep underway in London, Amazon MGM has lifted the curtain—if only slightly—on what they’re calling a “fresh, exotic new chapter” for Britain’s most bulletproof cultural export. The … Read more
Ana de Armas Hints at Paloma Spin-Off In a universe of shaken martinis and double-crosses, Ana de Armas may have just slipped the Bond franchise its most intriguing idea in years, and she did it with the throwaway ease of someone lighting a cigarette before detonating a car. While promoting her latest action outing Ballerina … Read more
Amazon MGM Unveils Bold New Vision for Bond at CinemaCon In a show of glitz, reverence, and forward-thinking ambition, Amazon MGM Studios pulled back the curtain—just slightly—on the future of James Bond during their presentation at CinemaCon this week. The buzzword was “fresh,” but it came wrapped in a golden gun of tradition. Speaking on … Read more
James Bond is back in business, and this time, with a production dream team straight from the upper echelons of Hollywood. In a move that fuses pedigree with panache, Amazon MGM Studios has tapped Amy Pascal and David Heyman to steer the next chapter of the iconic spy franchise. With a legacy built on Aston … Read more
Javier Bardem Nearly Rejected His Iconic Bond Villain Role in Skyfall By the time Skyfall hit cinemas in 2012, Javier Bardem’s Raoul Silva had already cemented himself as one of the most sinister figures in Bond history. A cyberterrorist with a penchant for psychological warfare, Silva was a villain unlike any other—his unsettling presence and … Read more
Ana de Armas Spotted with Tom Cruise—Is a New Mission in the Works? It takes a certain kind of star to hold their own alongside James Bond and Ethan Hunt, and Ana de Armas is proving once again why she belongs in that rarefied company. The No Time to Die actress has found herself at … Read more
007 vs AI? Insiders Hint at the Next James Bond Nemesis The world of James Bond has long been synonymous with cutting-edge technology. From Q’s futuristic gadgets to villains wielding high-tech arsenals, the franchise has always flirted with the boundaries of science fiction. Now, according to industry insiders, Bond villainary may be about to cross … Read more
You Wear It Well: Rod Stewart’s Bond Girl Knicker Obsession Rod Stewart has never been a man to shy away from flamboyance, but who would have guessed that his penchant for sartorial extravagance extended into Britt Ekland’s underwear drawer? Yes, you read that right—according to the former Bond girl, the spiky-haired crooner had a curious … Read more
From Bridgerton to Bond Girl? Simone Ashley Wants to Shake Up 007 Few actresses have had a career ascent quite like Simone Ashley. Rising to international prominence as the no-nonsense Viscountess Kate Sharma in Bridgerton, she has captivated audiences with her sharp wit, commanding presence, and effortless charm. With an undeniable screen presence and a … Read more
Former Bond Villain Robert Davi Warns Against Woke 007 Few cinematic legacies are as fiercely guarded as that of James Bond. For decades, the tuxedo-clad secret agent has remained an immovable pillar of the movie industry, as enduring as his taste for fast cars and beautiful women. But with Amazon’s recent acquisition of creative control … Read more
Hollywood Heavyweights Rally Behind Rege-Jean Page for 007 Role For years, the hunt for Daniel Craig’s successor as James Bond has felt like an elaborate game of cat and mouse. Every so often, a new name is dangled in front of the public. Typically, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, James Norton and Henry Cavill are leading candidates among … Read more
The Most Handsome 007, Confirmed by the Golden Ratio For over six decades, James Bond has remained the ultimate masculine ideal—suave, sophisticated, and devastatingly handsome. Each actor to don the tuxedo has brought their own unique brand of good looks to the role. But which of our Bond actors is, objectively speaking, the most handsome? … Read more
Timothy Dalton ‘Very Surprised and Shocked’ with Amazon MGM Bond Takeover Absolutely no movie institutions are as enduring—or as fiercely guarded—as James Bond. Since Dr. No debuted in 1962, 007 has survived the Cold War, the rise of digital espionage, and even the occasional questionable theme song. But now, the franchise faces one of its … Read more
Woke Bond: Amazon’s 007 Takeover Sparks Fan Fury James Bond, the world’s most famous spy, has been at the center of heated debate ever since Amazon MGM Studios took creative control of the franchise. Long-time fans fear a “woke” reinvention of their beloved secret agent, with concerns that 007’s signature grit, charm, and womanizing ways … Read more
The ‘Bond Girl’ Who Would Rather Forget Bond – But Should She? For an actor, landing a role in a James Bond movie is akin to receiving a golden ticket. It’s an invitation to one of cinema’s most enduring and globally recognized institutions, where the mere association can elevate a career overnight. That’s precisely what … Read more
Bond’s Chilling First Encounter with Raoul Silva in Skyfall In Skyfall (2012) the first encounter between James Bond and villain Raoul Silva stands out as a cinematic tour de force. Crafted with meticulous precision, the repartee is a deep psychological duel with undertones of erotica that’s set against the backdrop of Silva’s decaying island lair. … Read more
The “Disappointing Brandy” Scene in Goldfinger In Goldfinger, James Bond is summoned to a meeting with M and Colonel Smithers to discuss notorious gold bullion dealer Auric Goldfinger. During the briefing, Bond delivers a masterclass in one-upmanship cloaked as connoisseurship. With his razor-sharp wit and a discerning palate, 007 provides a sophisticated critique of Smithers’ … Read more
Debbie McWilliams Steps Down, Raises Concerns Over Amazon’s Control of 007 For decades, Debbie McWilliams has been one of the most influential figures behind the James Bond franchise, quietly shaping the MI6 agent’s on-screen legacy. As the longtime casting director, she was responsible for selecting 007’s leading men, from Timothy Dalton to Daniel Craig. But … Read more