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Jeff Bezos asks fans one question after Amazon gains control of James Bond franchise after 63 years

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Published 16:27 23 Feb 2025 GMT

Jeff Bezos asks fans one question after Amazon gains control of James Bond franchise after 63 years

Amazon MGM Studios will now be in charge of picking the next James Bond for the upcoming 007 movies

Anish Vij

Anish Vij

Featured Image Credit: Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images

Topics: James Bond, Film, Amazon, Jeff Bezos

Anish Vij
Anish Vij

Anish is a Journalist at LADbible Group and is a GG2 Young Journalist of the Year 2025. He has a Master's degree in Multimedia Journalism and a Bachelor's degree in International Business Management. Apart from that, his life revolves around the ‘Four F’s’ - family, friends, football and food. Email: [email protected]

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Thankfully Jeff Bezos doesn't seem to be putting himself in the run-in to play James Bond after Amazon took control of the iconic franchise.

Earlier this week, it was announced that longtime 007 producers Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli have formed a joint venture with Amazon MGM Studios.

While Wilson and Broccoli will remain as co-owners, they have also reportedly given MGM creative control - meaning they could be in charge of James Bond's future.

And Amazon founder Bezos, 61, has since taken to X to ask a very important question.

"Who’d you pick as the next Bond?" he penned on 20 February as thousands of fans were replying in the comments.

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You had all sorts of names flying around, from fan-favourite Idris Elba to a very rogue Tom Cruise.

However, according to various reports, here are some of the frontrunners.

Who could play the next James Bond?

Henry Cavill

Henry Cavill is a big frontrunner (Cindy Ord/WireImage)
Henry Cavill is a big frontrunner (Cindy Ord/WireImage)

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The Man of Steel actor, 41, was mentioned a lot in the comments and has been a popular choice among fans.

But having already failed auditioning against Daniel Craig in 2005, would he get another chance?

Aaron Taylor-Johnson

A report in 2024 claimed Aaron Taylor Johnson had been offered the role (Pablo Cuadra/WireImage)
A report in 2024 claimed Aaron Taylor Johnson had been offered the role (Pablo Cuadra/WireImage)

At 34, Aaron Taylor-Johnson has been one of the bookies' favourites after featuring in the likes of Kick-Ass and Nocturnal Animals - and there's was a report in 2024 which claimed he'd been 'formally offered' the role.

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His versatility and age could make him a strong contender for a long-term commitment to the franchise.

James Norton

James Norton is also a possibility (Samir Hussein/WireImage)
James Norton is also a possibility (Samir Hussein/WireImage)

Best known for his role in Happy Valley, James Norton's range and British heritage align with the traditional portrayal of Bond.

Even though he's 39, he doesn't look a day past 30.

Harris Dickinson

Fans would also like to see Harris Dickinson (Mike Marsland/WireImage)
Fans would also like to see Harris Dickinson (Mike Marsland/WireImage)

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The youngest contender at 28, Harris Dickinson certainly offers a bit of youthful energy.

His performances in The King's Man and Babygirl have showcased his potential to take on such an iconic role.

Who Daniel Craig wants to play the next Bond

The James Bond actor, 56, previously said he doesn't care who plays the next 007.

"I keep saying I don’t [care] because people ask me all the time, and I’m an ornery, grumpy old man, so I say I don’t give a s**t." he told The Times.

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Despite not being too bothered by the outcome, Craig has praised producers Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli after news broke of the joint-venture.

“My respect, admiration and love for Barbara and Michael remain constant and undiminished,” he said in a statement shared with The Hollywood Reporter.

“I wish Michael a long, relaxing (and well-deserved) retirement and whatever ventures Barbara goes on to do, I know they will be spectacular and I hope I can be part of them.”

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