James Bond Franchise Stalled Over Creative Clash Between Amazon and Producer

Barbara Broccoli opposes Amazon's proposed spinoffs and data-driven approach, delaying the next installment of the iconic series.

Barbara Broccoli, longtime James Bond producer, has rejected Amazon's pitch for a female 007 spinoff and other 'Marvel-style' franchise expansions.
The conflict stems from Amazon's acquisition of MGM Studios in 2022, which included the rights to the Bond franchise, for $8.5 billion.
Broccoli, who holds final approval rights for all Bond projects, has criticized Amazon's approach as overly commercial and 'data-driven.'
The producer has threatened to delay the next Bond film, leaving the franchise without a script, director, or successor to Daniel Craig three years after his final outing as Bond.
While Broccoli is open to casting a person of color or a gay actor as Bond, she insists the character remain male and British, aligning with her vision for the franchise.