Amazon Taps Amy Pascal and David Heyman to Lead James Bond Franchise Transition
The veteran producers are in advanced talks to oversee a new era for 007 as Amazon prioritizes a theatrical Bond film for 2027.
- Amazon now holds full creative control of the James Bond franchise after acquiring rights from longtime producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson.
- Amy Pascal, known for her work on Spider-Man films, and David Heyman, producer of the Harry Potter series, are in talks to guide the franchise's next phase.
- Amazon plans to release a new James Bond film in theaters before pursuing potential spin-offs or television projects.
- The reported budget for the upcoming Bond film is £250 million, with a tentative release timeline set for 2027.
- Casting for the next Bond actor and hiring writers and a director remain key decisions as Amazon seeks to modernize the iconic series.