Overview

• Amazon has secured full creative control of the James Bond franchise from long-time producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson, who will remain co-owners.
• Amy Pascal, known for her work on Spider-Man films, and David Heyman, the producer behind Harry Potter, are in advanced talks to lead the franchise's next phase.
• The next James Bond film is being fast-tracked with a tentative release in 2027 and a reported budget of £250 million.
• Amazon plans to prioritize the production of a theatrical Bond film before exploring potential spin-offs or television projects.
• Casting for the next James Bond and the selection of writers and a director are still pending as Amazon works to revitalize the iconic series.