Author Profile: David Leigh

From Scotland to Kent, this forthcoming book maps 007’s footprint across Britain. If you thought Bond’s turf was all baccarat in Monte Carlo and car chases in the Alps, think again. In The James Bond Lover’s Guide to Britain, author Edward Biddulph brings 007 back home—not just to MI6 headquarters, but to the towns, hotels, and […]

The former James Bond star is receiving care following his diagnosis at the age of 85. George Lazenby, who played James Bond in On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, has been diagnosed with early-stage dementia. The 85-year-old actor is being supported by his family as he comes to terms with the condition. The news was made […]

The Hollywood tough guy, known by Bond fans for his role in Die Another Day, has died at his home in Malibu. Michael Madsen, the actor who appeared as National Security Agency official Damian Falco in Die Another Day, has died at the age of 67. His death was confirmed as the result of cardiac […]

Bond 26 under Denis Villeneuve promises a tighter, more thoughtful 007 film shaped by real-world dangers. With Denis Villeneuve confirmed as the director of Bond 26, speculation is turning to what kind of film we’re likely to get. Villeneuve, best known for his work on Dune and Blade Runner 2049, is one of the most […]

Exploring what Denis Villeneuve’s appointment means for Bond 26 and the future of 007. 🎧 Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Season 2 Episode 13: In this episode, we dive into our immediate reaction to Denis Villeneuve being confirmed as director for Bond 26—and how our views have shifted just three days later. We explore what Villeneuve might bring to […]

Denis Villeneuve has officially been named director of the next James Bond film, Amazon MGM Studios confirmed on 25th June, marking a bold step with the storied spy franchise now under Amazon’s creative control.

A peek behind the curtain at Ian Fleming Publications. 🎧 Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Bill Koenig and Javi Trujillo are joined by writer and Bond expert Mark Edlitz, author of Keeping 007 Alive: Conversations with James Bond Continuation Authors (and other books), for an in-depth look at the world of continuation novels. They ask: what challenges do authors […]

New Bond books for kids, a video game origin story, and Connery sharper than ever — shaken, stirred, and slightly surreal. 🎧 Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube In this episode of The 007 Files, Javi Trujillo, Bill Koenig and David Leigh dive into a flurry of new Bond news. We begin with Ian Fleming Publications’ […]

Bond’s beginnings explored in new game as IO Interactive reimagines the origin of 007. Copenhagen-based studio IO Interactive has revealed 007 First Light, a new game that gives Bond fans their first look at a young, untested James Bond before he earned his licence to kill. The developers behind the Hitman franchise are bringing their […]

Goldfinger score goes for gold on vinyl John Barry’s iconic soundtrack finally gets a full restoration for collectors and Bond fans alike. Even as fans wait for Bond 26, there’s gold to be mined from the past. On 1st June, La-La Land Records will release the most complete version ever of John Barry’s Goldfinger soundtrack on […]

Raymond Benson discusses The Hook and the Eye, his new Felix Leiter novel set after the events of Live and Let Die. 🎧 Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube In this episode, Javi Trujillo and Bill Koenig sit down with James Bond continuation author Raymond Benson for a lively, wide-ranging conversation. Best known for carrying the […]

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Jeremy Duns on early Casino Royale scripts and the mystery of James Gunn. 🎧 Apple Podcasts | Spotify In this episode of The 007 Files, Bill Koenig and Javier Trujillo and David Leigh sit down with author and researcher Jeremy Duns to explore two little-known chapters in Bond lore. First, Jeremy delves into the early attempts […]

A look at Bond’s enduring dominance through the lens of SpyHards.  In this episode of The 007 Files, Scott and Cam from SpyHards podcast join Bill Koenig to explore the wider world of spy fiction—and how James Bond sits squarely at its centre. The trio discuss why the spy genre offers so much more […]

Bond fans can experience the Sean Connery era in stunning detail with the new James Bond 4k collection. For the first time, the six James Bond films starring Sean Connery are being released in 4K Ultra HD. The collection includes Dr No, From Russia with Love, Goldfinger, Thunderball, You Only Live Twice, and Diamonds Are […]

In this episode we explore the future of James Bond under new stewardship at Amazon MGM Studios. Apple | Spotify I’m joined by Javi Trujillo and Bill Koenig for a wide-ranging discussion on the new producers taking the helm of the James Bond franchise at Amazon MGM Studios. We explore who they are, what their […]

The artist behind many of Bond’s best posters from the 1960s and 1970s created posters that were as memorable as the films they promoted. Robert McGinnis, who has died at the age of 99, was the illustrator behind some of the most recognisable James Bond posters of the 1960s and 70s. His hand-painted images helped […]

Bond historian Steven Jay Rubin shares rare insights and untold stories from inside the world of James Bond. Apple | Spotify In this episode, Bill Koenig and Javi Trujillo are joined by author and Bond historian Steven Jay Rubin for a revealing conversation centred on The James Bond Films: A Behind the Scenes History. Rubin […]

A look at what’s really behind Barbara Broccoli’s decision to cede creative control of 007 to Amazon. Barbara Broccoli has spent decades safeguarding the James Bond franchise, shaping its modern identity, and ensuring its longevity. But in February it was announced she had made the surprising decision to walk away from creative control, leaving many […]

Online talk explores how James Bond has long been entwined with Gothic storytelling. James Bond may be best known for his high-stakes espionage and jet-setting lifestyle, but a new online event will argue that the world of 007 is also steeped in the Gothic tradition. On Saturday, 15th March (7–8 pm GMT), Tom Mason will […]