Amazon Gains Creative Control Over James Bond Franchise After MGM Acquisition

The Broccoli family relinquishes control of the iconic spy series as Amazon explores new directions for the brand.

Amazon's $8.5 billion acquisition of MGM has granted it creative control over the James Bond franchise, ending decades of family-led stewardship by the Broccoli-Wilson duo.
Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson will remain co-owners of the franchise but have stepped back from decision-making, with Wilson retiring at age 87.
Amazon is reportedly considering expanding the Bond universe with spin-offs and TV series, though these ideas have sparked concerns about diluting the franchise's legacy.
Every James Bond film is now available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, but only for a limited time, as part of the company's strategy to leverage MGM's content library.
Critics and fans worry that Amazon's profit-driven approach could compromise the creative risks and quality that have defined the franchise for over 60 years.