It’s Official: Amy Pascal and David Heyman to Steer James Bond Franchise for Amazon MGM – IndieWire
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We use vendors that may also process your information to help provide our services. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA Enterprise and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.James Bond is officially in new hands. Amy Pascal and David Heyman have closed their deals to steer the 007 franchise for Amazon MGM Studios now that Barbara Broccoli and Michael Wilson have handed over creative control of the iconic spy.For what will be the studio’s upcoming James Bond film, which would be 007’s 26 entry and feature the 7th Bond, Pascal will produce through her Pascal Pictures banner, and Heyman will produce via Heyday Films. “We are approaching every creative decision with James Bond, which Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson have so masterfully steered, with the greatest sense of responsibility,” said Amazon MGM Studios’ Head of Film, Courtenay Valenti. “Part of an elite group of producers who have developed and managed massive film franchises to box office success and critical acclaim, Amy Pascal and David Heyman are two of the most accomplished, experienced, and respected film producers in our industry. We are honored to be working with them on James Bond’s next chapter and are excited to deliver to global audiences storytelling that upholds the impeccable legacy of this beloved character.”
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Heyman is deep in the works on the TV series adaptation of the Harry Potter books, and he previously produced the eight feature films and the three “Fantastic Beasts” films. Some of his other notable titles include “Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood,” “Marriage Story,” “Gravity,” “Barbie,” “Paddington 2,” and “Wonka.” He’s also working on Taika Waititi’s next project, “Klara and Sun” starring Jenna Ortega and Amy Adams” and Baumbach’s “Jay Kelly” alongside Pascal. By providing your information, you agree to our Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy.
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