October 18th, 2022
by Q-branch staff
The world’s largest official collection of original James Bond cars is set to open in Brussels this December. Looking for an exciting way to spend a day out this winter? Look no further than the Bond In Motion exhibition in Brussels. Featuring vehicles from all 25 James Bond films, this is sure to be a […]
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October 15th, 2022
by Q-branch staff
The Scottish actor and comedian died in hospital. Robbie Coltrane, the highly regarded actor and comedian, passed away on Friday at the age of 72. Coltrane is perhaps best known for his roles in the Harry Potter films, as well as his work on television in shows like Blackadder and Cracker. He was considered a […]
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October 5th, 2022
by David Leigh
The Sound of 007 marked the eve of 60 years since Dr No’s world premiere. Last night saw fans from around the world head to the Royal Albert Hall to attend The Sound of 007, a concert to mark 60 years since the world premiere of Dr No on 5th October 1962. Guests were taken on […]
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October 5th, 2022
by David Leigh
The move that marks an exciting future for James Bond as literary 007 approaches his 70th anniversary. Ian Fleming Publications Ltd (IFP) announces plans to publish Ian Fleming’s books under its own imprint – a move that marks an exciting future for 007. Ian Fleming Publications Ltd, the family company that owns the literary copyright […]
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October 3rd, 2022
by David Leigh
Bond producers discuss their experiences on the James Bond films and the difficulty of casting the next actor. Eon Productions bosses Barbara Broccoli and Michael G Wilson appeared on a recent episode of The Empire Film Podcast to coincide with the 60th anniversary of the 007 series, which you can listen to above. They talk about […]
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September 30th, 2022
by David Leigh
Bond 25 includes new arrangements performed by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. A new album of all the Bond themes performed by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra is now available to purchase on CD, vinyl and download. Simply titled Bond 25, the album includes all 25 Bond themes reimagined by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and recorded at […]
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September 28th, 2022
by David Leigh
Special edition Scotch available in six Bond-themed bottles to celebrate diamond anniversary of the film series. Scotch whisky brand The Macallan has released a special James Bond-themed whisky in honour of the 60th anniversary of the film franchise. The limited edition whisky is a collaboration between The Macallan and Eon Productions, the company behind the […]
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September 21st, 2022
by David Leigh
The Sound of 007 in Concert, the official charity concert at the Royal Albert Hall will take place on 4th October. Original Bond recording artists Dame Shirley Bassey, Lulu, Chrissie Hynde and Garbage will perform iconic 007 songs alongside guest vocalists Becky Hill, Celeste, Ella Eyre, Jamie Cullum, John Grant and Paloma Faith accompanied by […]
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September 21st, 2022
by David Leigh
If there is any progress on Bond 26 it seems like it is moving at a snail’s pace. Variety has published an interview with Eon bosses Barbara Broccoli and Michael G Wilson to coincide with them receiving two Hollywood awards. Today they are due to leave hand and footprints at in the forecourt of the TCL […]
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September 9th, 2022
by David Leigh
It’s strange to think that for the first time since James Bond first graced the pages of Casino Royale in 1953 the UK and Commonwealth no longer has Queen Elizabeth II as head of state. She became queen in 1952 after the death of her father, George VI, while visiting Kenya with her husband, Prince […]
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