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Denis Villeneuve will direct the next James Bond film, the 26th official entry in the historic franchise. Villeneuve will also serve as executive producer, alongside Tanya Lapointe.

Amy Pascal and David Heyman are producing the project, as had been previously announced. The pair came onto the film after the series’ longtime producers, Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson, made a deal to give up creative control to Amazon MGM Studios earlier this year.

In a statement, Villeneuve, a four-time Academy Award nominee, said, “Some of my earliest movie-going memories are connected to 007. I grew up watching James Bond films with my father, ever since ‘Dr. No’ with Sean Connery. I’m a die-hard Bond fan. To me, he’s sacred territory. I intend to honor the tradition and open the path for many new missions to come. This is a massive responsibility, but also, incredibly exciting for me and a huge honor. Amy, David, and I are absolutely thrilled to bring him back to the screen.”

Also in a statement, Pascal and Heyman commented, “Denis Villeneuve has been in love with James Bond movies since he was a little boy. It was always his dream to make this movie, and now it’s ours, too. We are lucky to be in the hands of this extraordinary filmmaker.”

Villeneuve’s last film, “Dune: Part Two,” earned more than $700 million worldwide. He is preparing to begin shooting the third “Dune” movie this summer with a scheduled release date of Dec. 16, 2026.

Daniel Craig and Ana de Armas in “No Time to Die,” which marked Craig’s final film in the James Bond franchise.

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The prior film in the Bond franchise, 2021’s “No Time to Die,” finished off Daniel Craig’s five-film run in the role, which began with 2006’s “Casino Royale.”

A screenwriter hasn’t yet been named and no announcement has been made as to who will take over playing the famed British secret agent.

Mike Hopkins, head of Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios, said in a statement, “We are honored that Denis has agreed to direct James Bond’s next chapter. He is a cinematic master, whose filmography speaks for itself. From ‘Blade Runner 2049’ to ‘Arrival’ to the ‘Dune’ films, he has delivered compelling worlds, dynamic visuals, complex characters, and — most importantly — the immersive storytelling that global audiences yearn to experience in theaters. James Bond is in the hands of one of today’s greatest filmmakers and we cannot wait to get started on 007’s next adventure.”

The entire James Bond Collection comprising 25 Eon-produced films will be available to stream for a limited time.

James Bond enthusiasts will be excited to hear that MGM+ is set to release the entire James Bond Collection, featuring all 25 Eon films, for streaming soon. The film series will be accessible for a limited period on MGM+ in 32 countries.

UK viewers can access the MGM+ streaming service as an add-on via Amazon Prime Video. The service is already a hit among Outlander fans who watch the show through this platform.

While there are actually 27 James Bond films in total, including 1967’s Casino Royale and 1983’s Never Say Never Again produced by other companies, the official collection from Eon, the James Bond production company, consists of 25 films.

This announcement follows Amazon MGM Studios’ complete takeover of the Bond franchise, with long-standing producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G Wilson stepping down, reports Surrey Live.

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How many actors have played James Bond?

A total of seven actors have portrayed James Bond, with Sean Connery being the first to take on the iconic 007 role in 1962.

After Connery, David Niven, George Lazenby, Roger Moore, Timothy Dalton, and Pierce Brosnan assumed the role.

Daniel Craig was the most recent actor to play the part, with the next Bond yet to be revealed.

All 25 James Bond films in order

Dr. No – Sean Connery

From Russia with Love – Sean Connery

Goldfinger – Sean Connery

Thunderball – Sean Connery

You Only Live Twice – Sean Connery

On Her Majesty’s Secret Service – George Lazenby

Diamonds Are Forever – Sean Connery

Live and Let Die – Roger Moore

The Man with the Golden Gun – Roger Moore

The Spy Who Loved Me – Roger Moore

Moonraker – Roger Moore

For Your Eyes Only – Roger Moore

Octopussy – Roger Moore

A View to Kill – Roger Moore

The Living Daylights – Timothy Dalton

Licence to Kill – Timothy Dalton

GoldenEye – Pierce Brosnan

Tomorrow Never Dies – Pierce Brosnan

The World Is Not Enough – Pierce Brosnan

Die Another Day – Pierce Brosnan

Casino Royale – Daniel Craig

Quantum of Solace – Daniel Craig

Skyfall – Daniel Craig

Spectre – Daniel Craig

No Time to Die – Daniel Craig

When is The James Bond Collection coming to MGM+?

The James Bond Collection will be available for streaming from June 1, 2025.

Viewers can indulge in all 25 iconic James Bond films, spanning from Sean Connery’s Dr No. to Daniel Craig’s No Time to Die.

The collection joins MGM+’s growing roster of exclusive series and blockbuster movie franchises, including eagerly awaited upcoming series like Outlander: Blood of My Blood and The Institute, as well as MGM catalogue classics such as Rocky, Legally Blonde, Teen Wolf and Stargate.

How can UK viewers access MGM+?

In the UK, MGM+ can be accessed as an additional subscription via Prime Video at a cost of £5.99 per month.

MGM+ boasts a lineup of exclusive original series, blockbuster movies, classic film franchises and legacy hit series, all available on demand.