Denis Villeneuve, the 57-year-old director known for his work on Dune, has been chosen to direct the 26th ‘James Bond’ film. This announcement marks a significant change in the Bond franchise, as it will be the first movie produced by Amazon and MGM Studios after Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson stepped back from their oversight roles.
According to People, the appointment comes at a crucial time for the franchise, which has earned more than $7 billion since its beginning. Amazon MGM Studios will now have creative control of the series, though Broccoli and Wilson remain co-owners through a joint venture agreement made in February.
