We want it in movies! James Bond, the iconic British spy created by Ian Fleming, has captivated audiences around the world for decades in the most famous spy films in history. The elegant and bold figure of 007 has transcended generations and has become a symbol of elegance, action and cinematic style. However, as television continues to transform the way we consume entertainment, one question arises: Will James Bond ever make the jump to television?
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James Bond on television?
The answer, at least for now, is a resounding “NO.” The producers of the Bond franchise have made it clear that their primary goal remains the big screen. In a recent conversation with The Guardian (via Comicbook.com), Bond producer Barbara Broccoli stated categorically: “Our goal is to make feature films. When we start a Bond movie, it requires our full attention for three or four years, so that’s our goal.”
In a world where intellectual properties are expanding to television and streaming platforms are growing in importance, the decision to keep Bond exclusively on the big screen is a bold statement. But what is the reason behind this choice?
Daniel Craig in No Time to Die (2021), MGM.
The answer is simple: the Bond experience is, at its core, a cinematic experience. Bond films are cinematic events that attract audiences around the world. From the thrilling action scenes to the lavish international settings to the iconic 007 style, everything in the franchise is designed for one thing: viewing on the big screen.
Barbara Broccoli He underlined this point by stating: “We make the Bond films for the big screen and everything about the Bond films is for audiences around the world to see in that format, so we didn’t want to make television.” The producers’ commitment is clear: to maintain the Bond experience in the format that best suits him, preserving the spectacularity and magic that the films have provided over the years, as we have seen in 007 Quantum – 64%, 007 Operation Skyfall – 93% or 007 Specter – 65%.
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Who will be the new James Bond?
The refusal to bring Bond to television is not the only question surrounding the character these days. The eternal question of who will play the next James Bond remains without a definitive answer. Throughout his history we have seen different actors take the bag and draw the weapon 007 style, from Sean Connery to the most recent, Daniel Craig. But now, among the favorites to take over are names like Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Henry Cavill and Regé-Jean Page.
About Henry Cavill, who has been in the conversation for some time now, 007: Casino Royale – 95% director Martin Campbell shared some interesting details. Campbell described the process of selecting the next Bond as a democratic procedure. According to him, eight or nine people, including producers and the casting director, sit around a table and, when speaking with each candidate, they must agree unanimously.
As for Cavill, Campbell commented: “Henry is 40, so by the time the third is over he’ll be 50 and anything beyond that is two or three years for Bond.” Although Cavill performed impressively in the audition, he turned out to be “too young” for the role. This perspective sheds some details on the thoroughness with which the next actor who will wear the legendary number 007 is selected.
Although James Bond fans eagerly await each new installment of the saga, the reality is that the process of selecting the next Bond is a task that requires time and care. According to Barbara Broccoli, casting has not yet begun due to the lack of a script for the upcoming film. The writers’ strike that lasted for much of the year has also contributed to the delay.
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“No, we haven’t even started casting yet,” Broccoli revealed in an interview with LADbible (via Comicbook.com). “There’s not even a script.” This statement suggests that, although the details of the next Bond are a source of constant speculation, there is still some way to go before the next chapter in the iconic franchise is confirmed.
Meanwhile, for Bond lovers, the latest film, No Time to Die – 83%, is available on Amazon Prime Video. The 2021 feature film, directed by Cary Fukunaga, represents the farewell to Daniel Craig of the character who accompanied him for five installments. However, the wait continues and, although some rumors place Christopher Nolan in the director’s chair, we will soon immerse ourselves in a new adventure full of intrigue, style and action.
2023-10-23 02:34:30
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