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Rumors suggest British actor Callum Turner may have been leaked as the next James Bond, though no official confirmation has been made. The upcoming Bond 26, directed by Denis Villeneuve, is set for release in 2028, with production starting in 2027, marking a new era for the franchise under Amazon's ownership.
The upcoming James Bond game 007 First Light has been delayed from March 2026 to May 2026 to allow for further polishing, despite being fully playable. Developed by IO Interactive, it features a reimagined origin story of a young Bond and includes notable performances by Patrick Gibson and Lenny Kravitz. The game draws gameplay similarities to Hitman and aims for long-term success, with fans expressing some concerns over graphics quality.
The James Bond game 007 First Light has been delayed from March to May 27, 2026, to allow the developers extra time for polishing and refining, ensuring a high-quality experience for players.
Amazon has made a surprising deal to stream several James Bond films and other popular titles on Netflix for three months, marking a strategic move to broaden global reach and reengage audiences, despite being rivals in streaming.
Pierce Brosnan discusses his versatile acting career, his recent role in Giant, his views on aging and mortality, and his personal life, including his Christmas plans and feelings about the James Bond franchise, emphasizing his gratitude for his evolving career and family.
A man in New Zealand is accused of attempting to smuggle a $19,000 Faberge octopus pendant by swallowing it during a theft at a jewelry store in Auckland; he was arrested and is awaiting further legal proceedings, with the pendant still unrecovered.
Amazon paid $20 million to acquire control of the James Bond franchise from EON Productions, a figure revealed in a UK tax filing, which is significantly lower than the estimated value of up to $1 billion, with the deal including ongoing economic exposure for the Broccoli family and potential additional payments.
Amazon MGM paid $20 million for creative control of the James Bond franchise, taking over from long-time producers and forming a joint venture to manage the intellectual property, following Amazon's acquisition of MGM in 2021. The deal includes rights to distribute and potentially influence future Bond films, with the next actor and director yet to be announced.
EON Productions revealed in its UK earnings report that Amazon MGM Studios paid $20 million for a stake in the James Bond franchise, a figure significantly lower than the reported $1 billion deal, with the transaction completed in February 2025. The deal includes rights to the franchise and related assets, and Amazon is actively developing a new Bond film with Denis Villeneuve set to direct.
Amazon Prime Video edited promotional images of James Bond movies to remove guns, sparking fan backlash and subsequent reversion to original images without guns, raising questions about the franchise's future portrayal and Amazon's approach to gun imagery.
Amazon removed gun-free James Bond posters from Prime Video after public backlash, replacing them with traditional images that also lack guns, amid criticism of sanitizing the iconic spy's image.
The next James Bond has been confirmed as Irish actor Patrick Gibson, who will star in the upcoming video game 007 First Light, set to launch on March 27, 2026, featuring an origin story of a younger Bond, with notable cast members and gameplay reminiscent of Hitman and Uncharted, despite some fan backlash over casting choices.
007 First Light is an upcoming James Bond game from IO Interactive, focusing on Bond's early days as a young recruit, featuring new and recurring characters, with gameplay trailers showcasing combat, driving, and infiltration. It is set to release on March 27, 2026, across multiple platforms, with preorders available including a special Legacy Edition.
IO Interactive humorously used a digital Daniel Craig's head on Agent 47's body to pitch their James Bond game, 007 First Light, showcasing a blend of stealth, social interaction, and exploration, with the game releasing on Switch 2 in March 2026.
Patrick Gibson has been cast as the voice of James Bond in the upcoming video game '007 First Light,' set to be released on March 27, 2026, across multiple platforms, with pre-orders now available. The game explores Bond's early days at MI6, and features a cast of other voice actors. The film adaptation of the Bond franchise is also in development, with Denis Villeneuve set to direct.