Bond Fans Face a Three-Year Wait as Legal Wrangles Stall Next 007 Film For those eagerly awaiting the return of Britain’s most famous spy, it looks like the wait will go on. According to Martin Campbell, the acclaimed director behind Casino Royale and GoldenEye, the next Bond movie may not hit cinema screens for another … Read more
Latest Odds in Race for Next 007: Who Will Wear the Tux Next? After Amazon MGM took full control of creative rights of the James Bond franchise, speculation is rife with which actor will be the next to wear 007’s famous tux. Bookies are adjusting their odds by the day as fans dissect every rumour. … Read more
Amazon MGM Studios Takes 007 Creative Helm from Wilson and Broccoli In a landmark move announced today, Amazon MGM Studios has joined forces with Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli, forging a new joint venture to take stewardship of the James Bond intellectual property rights. This partnership ensures that the seasoned producers, who have shepherded … Read more
Martin Campbell Weighs In on Future of James Bond Director Martin Campbell, renowned for steering the James Bond series back to its glory with two of the best movies, GoldenEye and Casino Royale, has once again emerged from the shadows, this time bearing his seasoned insights on the future of 007 amidst swirling eddies of … Read more
James Bond Hats Through the Years Few style icons have left as lasting an impression as 007. From his impeccably tailored suits to his effortlessly cool demeanor, the world’s most famous spy has always been the epitome of sophistication. While most people associate Bond with tuxedos and wristwatches, James Bond hats have also played a … Read more
The 10 Most Stunning Bond Girls Ever, As Voted by Reddit For over six decades, James Bond has been synonymous with action, espionage, and, a fling or two with some unforgettable Bond girls. Ranging from femme fatales to damsels in distress to fearless allies, they’ve all left a lasting mark on the 007 franchise. But … Read more
Henry Cavill as Bond? Not So Fast, Says Veteran 007 Director Ever since Daniel Craig holstered his Walther PPK for the final time in No Time to Die, the search for the next James Bond has been the cinematic equivalent of Kremlinology. Fans have dissected every rumour, every bookie’s odd, and every casting whisper with … Read more
The Most Romantic James Bond Moments Ever Valentine’s Day. A time for love, candlelit dinners, and whispered sweet nothings over a few drinks. But if you’re James Bond, romance comes with a side of espionage, a loaded Walther PPK, and the looming threat of betrayal. For all his reputation as cinema’s smoothest seducer, 007’s love … Read more
Barbara Bach: From Bond Girl to Rehab and Redemption Barbara Bach, the striking beauty who captivated audiences as the icy and alluring KGB agent Anya Amasova in The Spy Who Loved Me, has long been a subject of fascination. Not only for her turn as a Bond girl opposite the ever-suave Roger Moore but also … Read more
Sam Worthington’s Bond Audition Resurfaces – But Was It Really That ‘Awful’? It’s been nearly two decades since Avatar star Sam Worthington threw his hat into the James Bond ring, auditioning for the lead in Casino Royale. Yet, thanks to the wonders of the Internet, his screen test has now emerged, revealing an attempt that … Read more
Henry Cavill and Margot Robbie – A Dream Team Imagined for Bond 26 When it comes to a dream team for Bond 26, Henry Cavill and Margot Robbie seem like a match made in cinematic heaven. Cavill, the chiselled British actor famed for his portrayal of Superman, has long been a fan favorite to don … Read more
Rare Gold-Plated Model Citroen CV2 Sells for £2.2k at Auction In a turn of events worthy of a Bond escapade itself, an extraordinarily rare, gold-plated miniature of the iconic Citroen 2CV – a car immortalised by its high-octane appearance in the 1981 classic For Your Eyes Only – has commanded a king’s ransom at auction, … Read more
Thunderball Novel Thunderball, the ninth installment in Ian Fleming‘s James Bond series, first graced the shelves in 1961, unveiling a new depth to the espionage-laden world of 007. This novel marked a significant turning point in the series, introducing the shadowy organization SPECTRE, which would become a recurring antagonist in the Bond saga. In Thunderball, … Read more
The riddle of the next James Bond director continues to swirl in the cinematic ether, all tinged with a bit of that old Bond mystery. Oppenheimer director Christopher Nolan, a masterful weaver of narratives, a name has synonymous with cinematic grandeur, has regularly found himself in the midst of these rumors. His name, often whispered … Read more
A Young Daniel Craig: Before the Legacy of James Bond Before the world came to know him as the dashing and audacious James Bond, Daniel Craig was carving a niche for himself in the labyrinth of the entertainment world. Yet, the captivating journey of a young Daniel Craig remains largely uncharted territory for many outside … Read more
Skyfall’s Javier Bardem Turned Down Villain Role in Earlier Bond Film Before captivating audiences as the unforgettable antagonist in 2012’s Skyfall, Javier Bardem, a titan of Spanish cinema and Hollywood Oscar-winner, once dismissed the opportunity to play a Bond villain, considering it ill-timed. Javier Bardem, celebrated for his roles in Spanish films like Jamon Jamon, … Read more
From Gunnar Schäfer to Bond, James Bond: One Man’s Journey to Embracing an Iconic Identity At the age of 49, one man made a decision that would forever align him with a cinematic and literary icon: he legally changed his name to “Bond. James Bond.” The renowned phrase, recognized worldwide from the blockbuster James Bond … Read more
MI6 Hoping for a Black or Female Bond to Help with Diversity Among its Ranks The global allure and fascination with James Bond, a spy character born from the imagination of author Ian Fleming, has always held a particularly potent sway over the public. For decades, 007 has charmed audiences with daring missions, enthralling car … Read more
Betting on Bond: Anticipating the Next 007 The speculation surrounding who will next utter “Bond, James Bond,” on screen continues to mount among fans and bettors alike. From the moment Daniel Craig confirmed his departure from the iconic role, speculation and betting odds have surrounded his potential successor as the beloved 007. After 007 film … Read more
A Confluence of Past and Present Glamour: Sir Roger Moore’s Legacy Enlivens the Auction House Imagine a scenario where you saunter into Bonhams auction house, anticipating nothing beyond a graceful event, bathed in the lingering charm of the late Sir Roger Moore, and instead being confronted with what appears to be a palpable ghost of … Read more
Corgi James Bond Cars The intersection of two British icons: the lovable Corgi collector’s car and the suave, super-spy, James Bond. A match made on the tarmac of luxury and adventure Corgi James Bond cars are stuff of legendary. For 007, cars are statements, reflections of his impeccable taste, and often, arsenals filled with high-tech gadgets. … Read more
Is It Really Time for a James Bond TV Series? The murmur of transitioning James Bond to a television series is gaining momentum, and to some it appears almost inevitable. But does the shifting landscape of entertainment truly beckon for 007’s presence on the small screen? Is it really time for James Bond to transition … Read more
Bond 26 Moves a Step Closer After Hollywood Writers’ Strike Comes to an End Over two years since Daniel Craig hung up his tuxedo, news on the next Bond movie has been somewhat flat, leaving Bond fans frustrated at the lack of news. Some of the delay has been down to the Hollywood Writers’ Strike, … Read more
Snubbed for Bond Role, Brian Cox Strikes Back as 007 Reality TV Host In a candid sit-down with GQ, Brian Cox, the veteran actor renowned for his diverse roles and unmistakable voice, opened the curtain to the backstage of his decision to host the James Bond reality show, 007: Road to a Million. With a … Read more