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Pierce Brosnan Reflects on James Bond’s Future After Amazon Takeover

The former 007 actor calls for the iconic franchise to be treated with respect as Amazon assumes creative control.

  • Pierce Brosnan, who played James Bond from 1995 to 2002, expressed hope that the character and franchise will be handled with 'dignity, imagination, and respect' under Amazon's leadership.
  • Amazon MGM Studios, a 50% stakeholder in the Bond franchise since 2022, has taken over creative control following the departure of longtime producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson.
  • Brosnan acknowledged the difficulty of Broccoli and Wilson stepping away but praised their courage in making the decision.
  • Fans and critics have raised concerns about the potential commercialization of the franchise under Amazon's management.
  • The next actor to portray James Bond remains unconfirmed, with Brosnan suggesting the role should go to a British actor.
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