James Bond enthusiasts will have to wait up to three years for the next installment in the iconic spy franchise, according to former director Martin Campbell.
The filmmaker, who helmed Casino Royale and GoldenEye, revealed that the much-anticipated 007 film could be delayed until 2028 due to ongoing legal disputes. A key issue involves streaming giant Amazon, which owns MGM, the studio behind the Bond franchise.
Campbell explained that legal complications and creative disagreements are hindering progress. “I think it’ll be two years away, three years away. Is there going to be another Bond? That’s the question. There’s this legal thing right now. And they have this problem with Amazon,” he said.
Reports indicate that Bond producer Barbara Broccoli is at odds with Amazon executives over the film’s future. Broccoli, who has long overseen the franchise, is said to have strongly opposed any immediate streaming release, insisting that Bond remains a theatrical experience rather than a platform for digital content.
While speculation continues over who will succeed Daniel Craig as the next 007, Campbell confirmed that the next film will be released in cinemas first and that there are no plans for a TV spin-off.
“Barbara will absolutely stick to her guns and say this is a theatrical experience. Bond is always an event picture,” he emphasized.
With no official casting announcements and production seemingly at a standstill, Bond fans will have to remain patient as the franchise navigates its biggest behind-the-scenes challenge in years.
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