- James Bond star Léa Seydoux expressed sadness over Amazon MGM Studio's acquisition of the iconic franchise.
- Long-serving producers Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli handed over creative control of the spy series to the Jeff Bezos-founded streamer in February 2025.
- Seydoux, who played Dr Madeleine Swann, conveyed relief that her Dune: Part Two director, Denis Villeneuve, was appointed to helm the next instalment in June 2025, stating it would ensure "cinema."
- Villeneuve, a self-proclaimed "die-hard Bond fan," affirmed his intention to "honour the tradition" of the franchise while also paving the way for new missions.
- The search for the next James Bond actor is officially underway, with auditions commenced, following widespread speculation about who will take over the role from Daniel Craig.
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