Overview

• Amazon has taken creative control of the James Bond franchise following a joint venture with longtime producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson.
• An internal memo from Amazon reportedly confirms that James Bond will remain a male and British character, ending rumors of a gender or nationality change.
• Producers are open to discussions about casting a man of color as the next Bond, with several actors rumored as potential candidates, including Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Regé-Jean Page.
• Pierce Brosnan, a former Bond actor, emphasized the importance of maintaining the character’s British roots while expressing hope Amazon handles the franchise with respect and creativity.
• The franchise’s future may include spin-offs and prequels, though details about these potential projects remain unconfirmed.