There were multiple propositions for the James Bond franchise when Michael Wilson and Barbara Broccoli were still the producers. However, the pair reportedly rejected every single one of them.

Before buying the creative rights to James Bond, Amazon pitched the producers on spinoffs, including one focusing on a female 007.

The James Bond franchise could be expanded with a female 007 spin-off, after streaming giant Amazon previously pitched the idea to producers. Other proposals included spin-offs centred around Bond’s CIA ally Felix Leiter and a prequel focusing on MI6 secretary Miss Moneypenny.

It’s the Bond movies’ most shocking plot twist in decades. But will the tech giant’s surprise buyout of the franchise prove deadly? Or could it breathe new life into cinema’s most famous spy?

The James Bond franchise cost Amazon nearly a billion dollars, according to the latest report from The Hollywood Reporter.

Variety has learned exclusively that the ceremony will perform a special tribute of the iconic songs of the James Bond franchise at Sunday’s Academy Awards in honor of longtime producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson, who received Hon orary Oscars at the past Governors Awards. The Academy declined to comment.

Speaking with The Telegraph, the 1923 star let the world in on his own thoughts related to Amazon-MGM Studios’ 007 joint venture. As the studio now has full creative control over what comes next, Dalton’s thoughts on the future start with this take on casting and producer Barbara Broccoli’s influence on the franchise:

The pop stars did renditions of the classic 007 themes "Diamonds are Forever," "Skyfall," and "Live and Let Die"

James Bond got his due at the Oscars 2025. The Academy honored the beloved film franchise at Sunday night’s ceremony following the news that Amazon MGM Studios gained creative control over the movies from producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson.

Halle Berry introduced a tribute to James Bond producers producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson, with Margaret Qualley, Doja Cat, Lisa and Raye teaming up for a special tribute to the iconic songs that have been such key part of the legendary spy franchise's history.

Doja Cat and Raye recently addressed the polarizing reactions to their James Bond tribute performance at the recent Oscars ceremony.

The 2025 Oscars became a night of medleys. After Wicked stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo kicked off the whole awards show with The Wizard of Oz -themed songs, James Bond got his own musical tribute after the Best Makeup and Hairstyling award was given out.