Osgood Perkins Rejects James Bond Directing Role Over Amazon Ownership

The horror filmmaker cited his disdain for Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos as the reason for declining interest in the iconic franchise.

Osgood Perkins, director of 'The Monkey' and other horror films, stated in a Reddit AMA that he would not direct a James Bond movie due to Amazon's ownership of the franchise.
Perkins' blunt response, 'No, because fuck Jeff Bezos,' highlights his personal opposition to Amazon's CEO, who recently expressed public support for Donald Trump's second inauguration.
Amazon MGM Studios acquired creative control of the Bond franchise in February 2025, with a reported $1 billion deal transferring rights from longtime producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson.
The next James Bond actor and director remain unconfirmed following Daniel Craig's departure after 2021's 'No Time to Die.'
While rejecting Bond, Perkins expressed interest in directing a 'Star Wars' project and shared ideas for other unique film concepts during the AMA.