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The Sale of the Bond Franchise to Amazon MGM: Potential Issues and Opportunities

by Keiran Townsend
February 21, 2025
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In a groundbreaking shift that has stirred quite a buzz among James Bond enthusiasts, Amazon MGM Studios has seized full control of the 007 franchise from the seasoned producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli. This change carries a mixed bag of optimism and apprehension. While loyal fans might be worried about the direction of their beloved spy series, they can take solace in the fact that James Bond has always been a multimedia sensation, spanning spinoff novels, games, comics, and of course, Ian Fleming’s original classics. With Amazon’s ambition to morph Bond into a sprawling universe akin to Marvel and Star Wars, the iconic franchise is not showing any signs of dialing down.

Barbara Broccoli, initially hesitant about ceding the rights, expressed concerns about Amazon MGM potentially over-expanding or casting a high-profile actor as the new Bond. Whether Amazon stays true to the core values of the series or surprises us with a headline-grabbing choice like Timothée Chalamet is yet to be seen—though the latter seems far-fetched, sorry Chalamet fans. Amazon has already dipped its toes in the espionage genre with their Citadel series, alongside international offshoots like Citadel: Diana and Citadel: Honey Bunny. These efforts, however, have not exactly been critical darlings, save for Honey Bunny, and they’ve struggled to gain the traction of other Amazon heavyweights like The Boys.

It’s worth noting that Amazon’s track record includes a variety of “guys with guns” shows such as Reacher, Jack Ryan, and Bosch. This might help explain why Amazon was eager to put more money down for the Bond franchise—a move that makes sense given that many of their successful series are rooted in book-based narratives featuring male protagonists wielding firepower. Unlike their mixed endeavor with the Lord of the Rings universe, investing in Bond seems like a safer bet. The audience is already invested in action-packed series, so why not shift that focus directly to Mr. Bond?

Perhaps you’re not aware, but Amazon has previously dabbled in the Bond realm with a TV show called 007: Road to a Million. This reality competition aired in 2023 with Brian Cox hosting. Although it didn’t make a huge splash, it showcased Amazon’s eagerness to experiment with the brand. Interestingly, Cox reportedly signed on thinking he’d be part of a Bond film—only to find a different reality.

Rewind to 1954, and you’ll discover that the first TV adaptation of Ian Fleming’s “Casino Royale” aired as part of an anthology series called Climax!. Although TV iterations of Bond are sparse, the franchise has thrived in other mediums like video games (shoutout to N64’s GoldenEye) and comics, proving Bond is far from untouchable concerning adaptations.

While there’s no official declaration that Amazon plans to abandon the silver screen, it’s likely they will keep a foot in both traditional film and streaming worlds. The Broccolis might have stepped back, but Amazon MGM has plenty of incentives to preserve the Bond legacy.

What’s intriguing about these developments is the vast potential for storytelling. Imagine a series that focuses on Q stepping out of the lab or Felix Leiter grappling with the chaos Bond leaves behind. There’s also a treasure trove of colorful villains and henchmen in the Bond universe, ripe for deeper exploration. Ever wondered about the backstory of a character like Jaws?

Serialized TV could offer unique opportunities to develop James Bond in ways that films have largely avoided. Unlike the unchanging figure jet-setting from one adventure to another, a series format might allow for genuine character growth—something not thoroughly explored until the Daniel Craig era. Skyfall, for instance, drew accolades because it challenged Bond emotionally. While you wouldn’t expect every episode to replicate that level of success, if a series could capture even a fraction of its ambition, it might make for captivating viewing.

There’s a caveat, though. Taking a leaf out of shows like Pennyworth or The Rings of Power could backfire if Amazon leans too heavily on algorithms over artistic heart. For all its potential pitfalls, Bond’s charm lies in its rhythm—the explosive sequences, the intriguing character arcs, and the mix of familiar tropes reimagined. To reduce it to a mundane spy series would strip it of its unique allure and risk making it just another face in a crowded streaming lineup.

The trick for Amazon will be distinguishing the Bond franchise from others in an oversaturated market. Historically, Bond shone in theaters, bringing grand action set-pieces and tried-and-true narratives. As Amazon ventures out to broaden the scope of Bond’s world, it will need to respect the elements that make Bond exceptional. If done right, expanding the franchise into multiple formats, possibly highlighting talents like Ben Whishaw in a Q-centric spinoff, could ensure that this new era of Bond doesn’t just survive—it thrives.

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