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Theo James is 'too old' to play James Bond

Actor Theo James is convinced he is "too old" to play James Bond and he would hate the "hyper-scrutiny and fame" that would come with taking on a huge role.

BANG Premier · Aug 21

Amazon MGM Studios boss Mike Hopkins wants 'relevant' James Bond

Amazon MGM Studios chief Mike Hopkins has revealed that the company are determined to make James Bond "relevant" for a new era of the iconic franchise.

BANG Premier · Jun 15

Callum Turner finally addresses James Bond rumours

Callum Turner has finally addressed long-standing rumours suggesting he's being lined up as the next James Bond with the actor admitting he knows "nothing" about the casting process for the new film.

BANG Premier · Jun 11

Amazon film boss addresses five-year wait for new James Bond: ‘That film is coming’

We’re still waiting to find out who’ll take over from Daniel Craig

The Independent UK · Apr 16

James Bond studio issues casting update

Amazon MGM Studios have issued an update on the search for the next James Bond - insisting the hunt for the right actor to revive the franchise is being handled with "care and deep respect" but the new film is "coming".

BANG Premier · Apr 16

James Bond franchise has 'nothing to worry about' when it comes to tariffs, Trump says

Donald Trump even attempted an impression of late actor Sean Connery while discussing the impact of US tariffs on the UK film industry following the announcement of a UK-US trade deal.

Euronews · May 9, 2025

Alexander Skarsgård to ‘pitch’ different kind of James Bond to Amazon

‘I could be a very polite, diplomatic Swedish James Bond,’ said ‘True Blood’ actor

The Independent UK · May 3, 2025

Former James Bond villain Jonathan Pryce urges Amazon to bring back 007’s witty humour

Jonathan Pryce - who played megalomaniac media mogul Elliot Carver in 007 film 'Tomorrow Never Dies' - hopes to see the James Bond franchise regain its original sense of humour now Amazon is in control.

BANG Premier · Apr 4, 2025

After fan backlash, Amazon is "committed to honoring the legacy" of James Bond and work is already underway on 007's "fresh, exhilarating new chapter"

Get ready to be shaken and stirred once more

Total Film · Apr 3, 2025

Amazon says new James Bond is ‘getting started’ as ‘exotic new chapter’ promised

Amazon execs said they are ‘committed to honouring the legacy of this iconic character’

The Independent UK · Apr 3, 2025