- Amazon MGM Studios announced that this is the new co -owner of the James Bond IP
- The entertainment division of the electronic commerce giant has also obtained a complete creative control of the franchise
- 007 Fans fiercely debate the implications of this revolutionary agreement
Amazon MGM Studios acquired a complete creative control of the James Bond franchise after having become the official co -owner of the 007 brand.
In a decision that sends shock waves in the entertainment industry, Amazon confirmed today (February 20) that he had formed a new joint venture with longtime franchise supervisors Michael J. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli. This last duo exclusively owned the rights to everything related to obligations, but has now concluded a full partnership with Amazon to create new films and, potentially, small screen projects in the universe inhabited by the legendary British spy.
In a statement published as part of a press release from Amazon on the issue, Amazon MGM Studios and the leader of the video prime, Mike Hopkins, have said: “Since his theatrical introduction over 60 years ago, James Bond was one of the most emblematic characters of filmed entertainment.
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“We are grateful to the late Albert R. Broccoli and Harry Saltzman to have brought James Bond to cinemas in the world darling by legions of fans around the world,” he continued. “We are honored to continue this precious heritage and we are impatient to set up the next phase of the legendary 007 for the public around the world.”
Echoing the comments of Hopkins, Wilson said: “With my career 007 extending over almost 60 incredible years, I come back from the production of James Bond films to focus on art and charitable projects. By Consequently, Barbara and I agree, it is time for our partner confidence, Amazon MGM Studios, to lead James Bond in the future.
“My life was devoted to the maintenance and construction of the extraordinary heritage which was given to Michael and I by our father, producer Cubby Brocoli,” added Broccoli (Wilson is the steps of Cubby Broccoli and The half-brother of Barbara Broccoli). “I had the honor of working in close collaboration with four of the extremely talented actors who played 007 and thousands of wonderful artists within the industry. With the conclusion of No time to die And Michael withdrawing from films, I think it’s time to focus on my other projects. “”
The agreement marks a major makeshift reversal after Broccoli and Wilson accused Amazon of having tried to ruin the franchise. Last December, an article published in the Wall Street Journal wore quotes from Broccoli, which would have told his friends that the main creative team of Amazon was “F ***** g iDiS” for their treatment of the property . Less than two months after putting this piece online, it seems that the broccoli and the apparently irreparable relationship of Wilson with Amazon was indeed repaired.
What the acquisition by Amazon MGM Studios of the James Bond franchise means for the future of 007
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In the short term, not much. Since Daniel Craig lost with his fifth film, 2021 No time to die – You can discover where I classify this film in my song classified from films Daniel Craig 007 – There has been a lot of gossip on what the future reserves for the Bond brand. Indeed, the conversations were dominated by which actor will then play the emblematic agent, as well as when the next film even enters a complete production, and even less released. For the moment, thoughts should then focus on restarting the latest Bond restart.
Now that Amazon MGM Studios has obtained a complete creative control of the 007 franchise, however, there is no end to the number of potential projects that they could Greenlight. Indeed, not only do I expect them to advance with the restart of the series of films for the umpteenth time, but I would be shocked if the entertainment division of Amazon did not seem to also do television shows for Its main video streaming platform. Think of all spin-off programs that we could now get on one of the best streaming services in the world …
What do you do with Amazon’s purchase of all the Bond franchise? Do you think he opens the door to new shots on the character? Or did he sound the death of one of the most popular and popular film series in the United Kingdom? Let me know in the comments! Alternatively, discover how to watch James Bond’s movies in order.
