Bezos. Jeff Bezos. The founder of billionaire Amazon may have a big say in one of the most iconic characters in the film industry: Bond. James Bond. Fans have the opportunity to advocate for their favorite actors and try to attract Bezos' attention.
Bezos posted a simple question to social media on Thursday, starting a series of activities among Bond enthusiasts: “Who do you choose as the next bond?” Bezos includes a A screenshot of a Reuters article that highlights the news that long-time producers of the Bond series handed over creative control over action movies to Amazon.
Henry Cavill plays James Bond?
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Two-day delivery from Russia? Henry Cavill played Superman in the 2013 film Iron Man. He has extensive experience in action roles.
If Bezos actually reads Instagram comments, he would know that the person the public is going to take over is 007. A quick survey of responses revealed that a name, especially, pops up repeatedly. Henry Cavill may have played the role of Superman in America, but he is British. One commentator said: “I think if Henry Cavill didn't play this role, the world would be angry.”
British actor Idris Elba also mentioned some mentions, although he was asked in 2018 that he said he would not be the next link. Maybe he will change his mind.
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Elba is a personal favorite of Bond expert Colin Burnett, a professor of film and media studies at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. However, Burnett is worried that Elba has “aging” the character. “I think it's time for black bonds now,” Burnett told CNET. “Big movies with Black Stars are now popular songs around the world, including in East Asia, which is the big market for Bond.”
Cavill may be a popular choice, but some fans think outside the box. American comedian Kevin Hart has at least one vote. Whoopi Goldberg is known for her work on Star Trek and is also yelled as a co-host of the scenery.
Amazon did not immediately respond to a request for comment about Bezos' decision to participate in creativity or cast a franchise.
Amazon's creative control over James Bond
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Not reborn? Daniel Craig is the most recent James Bond, but he resigned in 2021.
Amazon ended a multi-billion dollar deal in 2022 to buy MGM Studios and set up Amazon MGM Studios. MGM has always been home to the Bond Series, and now every Bond movie is streamed in Amazon’s main videos – an additional fee of about $4 and a rent of about $15 per movie, depending on the movie’s age.
While the Bond film franchise is a big business, it is also a family adventure for producers Michael Wilson and Barbara Broccoli.
“As my 007 career spans nearly 60 years, I’m back from making the James Bond movie with a focus on art and charity projects,” Wilson says In the February 20 Amazon statement. “So Barbara and I agree that it’s time for our trusted partner, Amazon MGM Studios, to take James Bond into the future.”
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Long-term producers and Amazon MGM will remain co-owners of the franchise. “Since the MGM acquisition, Amazon has the right to distribute all James Bond movies, and because of this deal, it will have creative control over future works,” Amazon said. That's why Bezos' Instagram posts bear some weight reason.
“The bond franchise is the most resilient franchise in the history of the business. It has to be. Over time, it has a lot of owners.” Burnett notes the future of the franchise It can get complicated, especially if Amazon explores spinoffs, as Disney did with Star Wars. He hopes Amazon will maintain the Mothership drama series, but can envision streaming series such as the Moneypenny spin-off or the revival of the James Bond Jr. Jr. Animated Show.
Despite its reputation in the film, Suave Suppypy made his debut in a series of novels by Ian Fleming. Many actors from Sean Connery to Pierce Brosnan have played roles. Daniel Craig is the most recent 007, but he left the role after he had no time to die in 2021. The blockbuster movie easily hit $700 million.
The next actor who plays James Bond will have big shoes, and even bigger action scenes. This can be a long commitment. Craig's run began in 2006. Whoever plays the role, hopefully something remains the same. Tuxedo, martini, fast cars and crafty gadgets should all be carried around, whether it's a favorite Cavill or a dark horse candidate on board.
Time will tell what Amazon ultimately plans to do with Bond. “I hope what we're looking forward to over and over again. A new Bond era,” Burnett said.
Calibration, February 20: This article is updated to correct Colin Burnett's university affiliation.
