Amazon MGM Studios has announced that veteran producers Amy Pascal and David Heyman will lead production on the next James Bond film—the first under Amazon’s creative control since acquiring the franchise’s parent studio in 2022.
Pascal, known for producing the latest Spider-Man films starring Tom Holland, and Heyman, who produced all eight Harry Potter movies, bring extensive blockbuster experience to the Bond series. Courtenay Valenti, head of film at Amazon MGM Studios, praised the duo in a statement Tuesday, calling them “two of the most accomplished, experienced, and respected film producers in our industry.”
In a joint statement, Pascal and Heyman described 007 as “one of the most iconic characters in the history of cinema,” adding, “We are humbled to follow in the footsteps of Barbara Broccoli and Michael Wilson, who made so many extraordinary films, and we are honoured and excited to keep the spirit of Bond very much alive as he embarks on his next adventure.”
The transition marks a major shift in the Bond franchise, which has been overseen by Broccoli and Wilson since the 1990s. Their departure, announced in February, ended decades of family stewardship that began with Albert “Cubby” Broccoli, who launched the first Bond film in 1962.
Next Bond Actor Still Undecided
The new producing team and Amazon now face the critical decision of choosing the next actor to play James Bond following Daniel Craig’s departure after No Time to Die (2021). Speculation has been rampant, with actors James Norton, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Theo James among the bookmakers’ favorites. However, there is no confirmed timeline for the next film’s release or casting decisions.
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos fueled speculation last month by asking his followers on X, “Who’d you pick as the next Bond?”
While preparing for Bond’s next chapter, Pascal and Heyman remain busy with other major projects. Pascal recently produced Challengers, starring Zendaya, and was behind the Spider-Verse film series. Heyman, meanwhile, is working on the Harry Potter television reboot and Taika Waititi’s adaptation of Klara and the Sun, starring Jenna Ortega and Amy Adams.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding Bond’s next iteration, Valenti expressed confidence in the new team, stating, “We are honored to be working with them on James Bond’s next chapter and are excited to deliver to global audiences storytelling that upholds the impeccable legacy of this beloved character.”