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Q The Music returns in 2025 with a thrilling UK tour, culminating in a historic West End concert featuring their biggest-ever orchestra. Bond fans, prepare for an unforgettable year of live music! Q The Music, the world’s premier James Bond tribute band, has announced a packed 2025 tour schedule, culminating in a once-in-a-lifetime event at […]

New collection of rare Ian Fleming writing steals the spotlight in IFP’s line-up for the year ahead. While 2025 brings plenty of exciting literary projects for Bond fans, the most anticipated release is a long-overdue exploration of Ian Fleming’s work beyond his famous spy novels. The highlight of the year comes on 22nd May, when […]

A remastered and expanded 2-CD edition of Michael Kamen’s Licence to Kill soundtrack celebrates the film’s 35th anniversary. La-La Land Records has announced a special 35th anniversary remastered and expanded 2-CD edition of the Licence to Kill soundtrack, composed by Michael Kamen. This limited release, restricted to 5,000 units, is available exclusively through La-La Land […]

Matthew Warchus to direct Chitty Chitty Bang Bang remake with screenplay by Enda Walsh. Matthew Warchus, director of Matilda: The Musical, has been confirmed to helm a reimagining of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang for Amazon MGM Studios and Eon Productions. The announcement highlights a collaboration between Amazon’s studio arm and the producers of the James […]

Barbara Broccoli is reported to be in a creative standoff with Amazon that has left James Bond’s next chapter in limbo. Nearly three years after Amazon’s $6.5 billion purchase of MGM, the studio behind the James Bond franchise, the tech giant’s plans for 007 are at a standstill. The delay stems from a clash between […]

With no news on Bond 26, Barbara Broccoli’s latest project has fans questioning the franchise’s future. Barbara Broccoli has turned her attention to a new adaptation of Ian Fleming’s Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, developed in partnership with Amazon MGM Studios and Eon Productions. While the magical flying car is another product of Fleming’s imagination, the […]

The Secret World of James Bond, promises to explore the real-life inspirations behind Ian Fleming’s legendary spy. The Ian Fleming Foundation has revealed plans for a new podcast, The Secret World of James Bond, offering a fresh look at the inspirations and legacy of Ian Fleming’s renowned creation. The series, hosted by John Cork, will […]

James Fleming, the accomplished author and editor who revitalised The Book Collector and carried on his family’s distinguished literary legacy, passed away on 22nd November 2024 at the age of 80. James R Fleming was born on 26th February 1944 in London, the son of Richard Fleming and the nephew of Ian Fleming, the creator […]

To mark major anniversaries of The Man with the Golden Gun and Moonraker, La-La Land Records unveils limited-edition 2-CD sets featuring remastered and expanded versions of John Barry’s iconic scores. La-La Land Records has announced two special releases to honour milestone anniversaries for James Bond classics. The Man with the Golden Gun celebrates its 50th […]

Actor’s iconic portrayal of 007 is set for a dazzling return with a 4K Ultra HD box set scheduled for 3rd June 2025. James Bond fans have something special to look forward to in The Sean Connery Collection, which will include the actor’s six official outings as 007: Dr No, From Russia With Love, Goldfinger, […]

The guitarist whose iconic riff on the James Bond Theme defined the sound of espionage for generations, is reported to have died last week. Vic Flick, the English guitarist renowned for his distinctive riff on the “James Bond Theme,” has died at the age of 87. Born on 14th May 1937 in Worcester Park, Surrey, […]

The James Bond producers were recognised for their unparalleled contributions to the world of cinema at the 15th Governors Awards, receiving the prestigious Irving G Thalberg Memorial Award. The Governors Awards, held on 17th November at Ovation Hollywood, gathered a constellation of stars, from Daniel Craig and Angelina Jolie to Paul Mescal and Selena Gomez. […]

Keeping 007 Alive offers a rare glimpse into the world of the writers who keep James Bond on the page. Mark Edlitz, known for his deep dives into the James Bond universe, has released Keeping 007 Alive: Conversations with James Bond Continuation Authors, a new book that offers Bond fans a rare glimpse into the […]

Michael G Wilson hints at retirement ahead of the Thalberg Award this coming weekend. Michael G Wilson, who has helped shape James Bond for nearly three decades, appears ready to step back from the role that has defined his career. The 82-year-old producer will join his stepsister Barbara Broccoli to accept the Irving G Thalberg […]

Celebrate Day of the Dead with costumes, cocktails, and exclusive SPECTRE memorabilia at Burlington Arcade. In a tribute to James Bond’s Mexican escapades in SPECTRE, London’s Burlington Arcade is transforming its current 007 Bar & Boutique into a vivid Day of the Dead celebration. From 31st October through to 2nd November, Bond fans can immerse […]

IO Interactive hints at young Bond origin story for gamers, teases potential trilogy. IO Interactive’s upcoming Project 007 promises to deliver a fresh take on James Bond, introducing a younger version of the iconic spy crafted specifically for gamers. The studio, known for its Hitman series, is creating an original story, independent of the films, […]

Aston Martin honours 60 years of Goldfinger with a limited edition DB12 that combines Bond’s legacy with modern supercar performance. In a fitting tribute to one of cinema’s most iconic partnerships, Aston Martin has released the DB12 Goldfinger Edition to mark the 60th anniversary of Goldfinger—the 1964 Bond film that first introduced the legendary Aston […]

Las Vegas bids farewell to the iconic casino and hotel where Bond stayed in Diamonds Are Forever. On 9th October 2024, the legendary Tropicana casino and hotel, where James Bond stayed in Diamonds Are Forever, was demolished in a controlled explosion to make way for a new baseball stadium. In the 1971 film, Sean Connery’s […]

Barbara Broccoli’s decision to bring Sing Street to London next summer is exciting news for theatre, but what does it mean for Bond 26? The transfer of Sing Street, a musical adaptation of the 2016 John Carney film, to London’s Lyric Theatre in July 2025 is the latest in a string of non-Bond projects commanding […]

Amazon MGM Studios confirms no set timeline for Bond 26 but development remains on track under the leadership of Eon Productions. Jennifer Salke, the global head of Amazon MGM Studios, has given Bond fans an update on the search for Daniel Craig’s replacement as James Bond. While no actor has yet been chosen, Salke assured that […]