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Bond's Future: Creator Hints at Major Shake-Up
17 May
Summary
- Bond creator hints at a significant reinvention for the secret agent.
- Research for the new 007 movie includes special forces and secret services.
- The upcoming Bond film is the first to be produced by Amazon.
The creator of 'Peaky Blinders,' Steven Knight, is writing the next James Bond film and has strongly suggested a significant transformation for the beloved British spy. Knight indicated that he has received permission from Amazon to explore new directions for the legendary MI6 agent. He described the character as having a "diamond" core that has allowed for variations while remaining intact. Knight has conducted extensive research with special forces and intelligence personnel to inform his approach to the upcoming 007 movie, which marks Amazon's first production in the franchise.
Knight stated he has been speaking with individuals from special forces and secret services to understand their daily activities, aiming to ground the film in realism. He drew a parallel to Bond's creator, Ian Fleming, who experienced espionage firsthand during World War II. While Knight remains secretive about specific plot details for the new script, he expressed optimism about the direction. Separately, Knight also provided an update on the new 'Peaky Blinders' series, noting that filming is nearing completion and promising a surprising and high-quality outcome.
