Amazon Takes Creative Control of James Bond Franchise: A New Era Begins
Amazon MGM Studios has acquired full creative control over the James Bond franchise, signaling a shift from longtime producers Broccoli and Wilson.
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Amazon MGM Studios has officially taken creative control of the James Bond franchise after a new joint venture with producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson. This development, following Amazon's acquisition of MGM in 2022, ends the Broccoli family's stewardship of the franchise, which began in the 1960s. Though Broccoli and Wilson remain co-owners, they will no longer direct the franchise’s creative vision. Fans speculate about a potential new direction for Bond, with options like character origin stories. The search for a new 007 is reportedly underway, as Amazon aims to reinvigorate a franchise that has been stagnant since 'No Time to Die' in 2021.
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Amazon MGM Studios took creative control following a joint venture with Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli, who are stepping back from producing the films. This move comes after Amazon acquired MGM in 2022, gaining distribution rights for Bond films.
Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson will step back from producing the James Bond films. They will remain co-owners of the franchise but will no longer be involved in its creative direction.
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