James Bond 26: Everything We Know About the Next 007 Film So Far
Shaken, stirred, and full of surprises — here’s what we know about James Bond 26 and the future of 007.
www.mensjournal.comThe biggest recent James Bond movie news is that the franchise is being rebooted under Amazon MGM, with Denis Villeneuve attached to direct the next film and Steven Knight writing it.[1][4]
What’s new
- Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson stepped back from direct control of the franchise in 2025, and Amazon MGM took over creative direction.[4][1]
- Denis Villeneuve was officially confirmed to direct the next Bond film.[1][4]
- Steven Knight is writing the script.[4]
- Producers Amy Pascal and David Heyman are now involved in the project.[1][4]
Casting and timeline
- The next Bond actor has not been announced yet.[3][1]
- Reports suggest the team is looking for a fresh face rather than a Daniel Craig-style continuation.[3]
- Release timing is still uncertain, but industry reports point to filming potentially starting in 2026 or later, with a release more likely in 2027 or 2028.[3][1]
What to watch
The main thing to watch now is casting, because that will shape the tone of the reboot and how far it moves from the Daniel Craig era. There are also rumors that the story may touch on AI, but that has not been confirmed.[1][3]
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