The acquisition of James Bond by Amazon is sparking significant shifts, as rumors circulate about a gender-swapped 007 character, the development of a standalone series centered around Moneypenny, and a comprehensive overhaul of the entire franchise.
Why Did Amazon Push Out Broccoli and Wilson?
In February, Amazon acquired full ownership of the James Bond franchise for an additional $1 billion, taking over from previous long-term owners Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson. Earlier, when Amazon purchased the rights for approximately $8.5 billion in 2022, creative control was retained by Broccoli and Wilson; however, this arrangement has now been altered.
Jeff Bezos Reacts to Broccoli’s Harsh Words
As reported by The Hollywood Reporter, following disparaging remarks about Amazon executives as “foolish” made by Broccoli in an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Jeff Bezos decided to take action. It’s said that he then instructed her dismissal, stating, “I don’t mind the expense, make sure she is let go.
Amazon’s Troubled Track Record with Big Franchises
It could be rephrased as: There’s a strong case to be made that she might not be far off base, given that Amazon has faced several setbacks such as The Rings of Power, The Citadel, some viewers felt that The Wheel of Time and Reacher were questionable in Season 2 but seem to have picked up in Season 3, and there are growing concerns about the He-Man movie and the Voltron film. It’s been suggested that tech companies like Amazon prioritize quantity over quality when it comes to production, which may lead them to disregard audience preferences.
Amazon’s Vision for a Bond Cinematic Universe
In essence, when Amazon shelled out $8.5 billion, their aim was to establish a cinematic universe akin to Marvel’s, specifically for the James Bond franchise (which could be abbreviated as JBCU). This would have involved series for television, spin-offs, potential movies featuring a female 007, a Moneypenny spin-off centering around M’s secretary (currently portrayed by Naomi Harris), and a Felix Leiter spin-off starring the character played by Jeffrey Wright.
Broccoli and Wilson Shut Down Amazon’s Plans
According to reports, Broccoli and Wilson vetoed all of Amazon’s proposals and insisted that James Bond be exclusively released as event movies.
James Bond Reboot is Coming—But Who Will Play 007?
With Broccoli and Wilson out of the picture, it seems that all ideas for Amazon are up for grabs again. The streaming giant is planning to restart the James Bond series with a fresh face. As reported by THR, at present, there’s no chosen actor, script, or director yet. However, Henry Cavill has emerged as the top fan pick to embody the new James Bond character.
(note: featured image is fan art of actress Cynthia Erivo as a female 007)
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2025-03-07 21:00