Alfonso Cuarón Hints He Truly May Direct the Next James Bond Movie

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There seems to be a strong possibility that the whispers may be correct – it’s rumored that Alfonso Cuarón, an Oscar-winning filmmaker, might take on the task of directing the upcoming James Bond film, titled Bond 26.

At a recent masterclass held in Paris, Cuaron subtly suggested that negotiations are ongoing between him and both Amazon and MGM regarding his potential involvement in the upcoming James Bond film.

He mentioned that there’s a project being considered, and if it comes to fruition, he looks forward to exploring the topic from his unique perspective.

For several weeks now, there have been leaks from within sources indicating the following. Last month, film journalist Jeff Sneider disclosed that David Heyman, a widely recognized producer speculated to be involved with Bond 26, has expressed interest in Alfonso Cuarón for the director position.

Just a short while later, I myself learned from Matt Belloni’s reports that Alejandro Cuarón had held talks with Amazon, sharing his unique, innovative ideas for the upcoming James Bond film. As a cinephile, I can hardly wait to see what he brings to this iconic franchise!

Alfonso Cuarón reveals he’s discussing the possibility of directing the upcoming James Bond movie, stating that “there is indeed a PROPOSED project we are considering, and I would be thrilled – should it come to fruition – to offer my unique perspective on this iconic tale.

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After securing rights to James Bond for a whopping $1 billion, Amazon is keen on speedily developing the project. Scriptwriters are currently hard at work, and the key decision now lies in choosing a director. It appears that Alfonso Cuarón is being strongly considered for this role.

It’s not the first occasion where Cuarón has been connected to the Bond franchise. In fact, around 2000, he was given an opportunity to direct a Bond movie, but he declined once he discovered that another team, appointed by producer Barbara Broccoli, would be responsible for the action sequences. This decision didn’t sit right with him, and as a result, he chose not to proceed with it.

Since that time, there have been many developments. Today, Alejandro Iñárritu is recognized as one of the world’s most esteemed filmmakers. He was awarded an Academy Award for his work on Gravity and received further acclaim for Roma in 2018. Moreover, he demonstrated his ability to manage large franchises when he directed Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, a film that is still considered among the best in the Harry Potter series.

Should Cuarón accept the offer, spectators can anticipate a distinctive and fashionable James Bond film. He’s renowned for infusing emotion, aesthetic appeal, and complexity into his movies – aspects that could breathe new life into the iconic character of 007.

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2025-04-06 11:45