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
The James Bond Stunt That Left Alan Cumming Scarred Ah, James Bond—a franchise of fast cars, sultry spies, and, of course, death-defying stunts that push actors to their limits. And for Alan Cumming, playing the delightfully smug Russian hacker Boris Grishenko in GoldenEye (1995), that meant enduring a stunt so painful it could have been … Read more
A Lost Bond, or a Fortunate Twist of Fate? Was Henry Cavill Ever in the Running to Be The Next Bond? For those who believe in the power of ‘what ifs’, Henry Cavill’s James Bond audition has resurfaced as a tantalising glimpse into an alternative 007 reality. The footage, now circulating two decades after it … Read more
Aaron Taylor-Johnson Faces Setback in Bond Race Amid Kraven Debacle Aaron Taylor-Johnson, long considered a strong contender to don the iconic tuxedo as the next James Bond, now finds his prospects overshadowed by a disappointing outing in Kraven the Hunter. The actor’s portrayal in Sony’s latest superhero spin-off has left audiences underwhelmed, raising questions about … 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
Samsung Galaxy Smartwatch Could Become Your New James Bond-Style TV Remote It looks like Samsung is cooking up something pretty cool for its smartwatch enthusiasts—get ready for Pointer Mode. A new bit of code has popped up in the Samsung Wear OS SmartThings app, revealing that the tech giant might be working on a feature … 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
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
Probably Shaken and Stirred But Nothing Yet on Next Bond, According to Barbara Broccoli The world of cinema is abuzz, now the writers’ strike has ended with one burning question: Who’s going to be the next James Bond? But the news isn’t good, but it’s not bad either. It’s just looks like we’re in for … 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
The race to don the tuxedo of the world’s most famous spy, James Bond, seems to be finally reaching its climax, according to an insider. With Daniel Craig bowing out after a stellar run in five films, speculation has been rife about who will be the next to utter the iconic “Bond, James Bond.” Emerging … Read more
Garth Ennis to Mark 007’s 70th Anniversary with a Fresh Bond Comic Series It looks like superspy James Bond is set to make a triumphant return to the pages of comic books. And the man tasked with wielding the narrative Walther PPK, none other than Garth Ennis, the maestro behind The Boys and Marvel Comics’ … 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
Richard Armitage’s Bond Ambitions: Villainous Rather than Valorous? British heartthrob and Obsession star, Richard Armitage, finds himself dodging more than just villainous gunfire these days. The Castlevania actor recently tangoed with the omnipresent whispers linking him to the coveted role of the globe-trotting super-spy, James Bond, and we were all ears! Making an appearance on … 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
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
The Secret Lair that Inspired the Creation of 007 Set for Cinematic Rebirth Beneath the bustling streets of London, where every cobblestone harbours a whisper of the past, an ambitious vision is unfolding. The hidden corridors and shadowy corners of the historic Kingsway Telephone Exchange are set to experience a rebirth, as a keen-eyed investor … Read more
Harry Styles in the Spotlight for Next Bond Melody Harry Styles, the renowned British artist boasting three chart-topping albums, a myriad of accolades, and a recently concluded colossal world tour, is poised to possibly add another feather to his illustrious cap. The singer is now tipped as a favourite to perform the theme tune for … Read more
Bond Memorabilia Auction Rakes in £732,000 on 70th Year of First Novel In a tribute to the iconic James Bond series, a plethora of memorabilia has been auctioned off in London, fetching an impressive £732,000. Held by Sotheby’s on the aptly named Bond Street, the auction celebrated the 70th anniversary of the publication of the … Read more