The James Bond movies marked their 60th anniversary in 2022. Now, in 2024, fans are eagerly waiting for updates on the new James Bond and details of the next movie. Bond 26, the codename for the 26th film in the James Bond series, has not been officially announced yet, but its release is inevitable.
MGM, the co-owner of Bond, was acquired by Amazon in 2022. Michael G. Wilson, a long-time 007 producer, assured fans that the character will return despite the ownership change. On the other hand, co-producer Barbara Broccoli hinted that reinventing Bond for the next chapter will take time.
There are rumors that British actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson is the frontrunner to play 007 in the next movie, but no official confirmation has been made. The decision makers behind the Bond films have shared hints about what to expect from the next actor to play James Bond. They mentioned that the next Bond can be of any color but must be male and not in his 20s.
Names of potential actors to play Bond have been circulating among fans, with Aaron Taylor-Johnson being the most persistent rumor. Another actor, Paul Mescal, is also rumored to be a frontrunner for the role. Former Superman star Henry Cavill is also considered a likely choice, having been close to landing the role in the past.
Before casting the next Bond, a director will be hired. Cary Joji Fukunaga, the director of “No Time To Die,” expressed interest in directing another Bond film. Other directors linked with Bond 26 include Danny Boyle, Yann Demange, Susanne Bier, David Mackenzie, and Denis Villeneuve. Christopher Nolan, who expressed interest in directing a Bond reboot, has denied rumors of directing Bond 26.
As for the release date of Bond 26, no official announcement has been made yet. Barbara Broccoli hinted that the film might be a couple of years off, possibly in 2024 or 2025. When Bond 26 hits cinemas, it will be distributed by Universal Pictures despite MGM’s acquisition by Amazon.
While Daniel Craig will not return for Bond 26, questions remain about the other recurring characters in the franchise. Ralph Fiennes, Ben Whishaw, Naomie Harris, and Rory Kinnear have yet to confirm their involvement in the next film.
Several rumors have been circulating about Bond 26, including potential directors, filming locations, and actors being considered for the role of James Bond. However, no official announcements have been made, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the iconic franchise.
