London’s Shaftesbury theatre to be renamed after Judi Dench James Bond actor, who is only the second non-royal woman to be celebrated in this way, called the honour ‘truly overwhelming’ The Guardian - UK · Jun 16
Hollywood History Nearly Changed Forever When a Massive Star Turned Down the Lead in Jurassic Park, Leaving Spielberg Crushed A reminder that Hollywood is full of near-misses, and sometimes the stars align in ways no one could have predicted. The Mary Sue · Jun 15
007 First Light reveals James Bond's gaming chair, and we should have known it would be one of the most expensive ones on the market 007 First Light has a gaming chair easter egg in its opening hours, which shows Bond having one of the priciest seats on the market. GamesRadar · Jun 15
'How is that even a question?' — 007 First Light actors reveal whether the game's Bond could do the job on film Patrick Gibson's co-stars from 007 First Light reveal what they think about the actor portraying Bond on the big screen. TechRadar · Jun 15
Amazon MGM Studios boss Mike Hopkins wants 'relevant' James Bond Amazon MGM Studios chief Mike Hopkins has revealed that the company are determined to make James Bond "relevant" for a new era of the iconic franchise. BANG Premier · Jun 15
'007 First Light' Reviews: Did the New 'James Bond' Game Live Up to the Hype? Released on May 27, 2026, 007 First Light offers an origin story for James Bond and has been enjoyed by fans and critics alike Player One · Jun 15
Paul Anthony Kelly wants to play James Bond Paul Anthony Kelly is interested in being the next James Bond. BANG Premier · Jun 13
'I really love the way the Cinema Mini sounds': I tested Bluesound's latest small soundbar, and it's the best compact options for audio quality — but the price puts it in dangerous territory Some small-footprint soundbars compromise on big, robust sound, but not the Pulse Cinema Mini. TechRadar · Jun 13
Steven Spielberg Reveals He Was Rejected by 'James Bond' Franchise, Says They 'Can't Afford' Him Now Steven Spielberg has revealed he repeatedly tried to direct a James Bond film but was turned down by producer Albert 'Cubby' Broccoli, joking that the franchise 'can't afford' him now. International Business Times UK · Jun 12
'Not James Bond': court fines missing boy's grandmother The grandmother of missing boy Gus Lamont has been fined for possessing a gun silencer after her lawyer addressed "the elephant in the room". AAP · Jun 12
Eclectic life of missing boy's granny revealed in court The grandmother of missing boy Gus Lamont is a former justice of the peace and is of exemplary character, a court hearing on a firearms charge has been told. AAP · Jun 12
Steven Spielberg Got A Little Snarky About Getting Turned Down To Direct James Bond Back In The Day Spielberg has a license to be petty. Cinemablend · Jun 11
George Clooney reveals who he thinks would be a ‘perfect’ James Bond IN FULL The Independent UK · Jun 11
‘Now they can’t afford me’: Steven Spielberg was turned down to direct Bond – twice Film-maker says he approached producer ‘Cubby’ Broccoli after Jaws and Close Encounters of the Third Kind were hits, but was knocked back both times The Guardian - UK · Jun 11
Evening Standard · Jun 11 Steven Spielberg reveals he was ‘consistently turned down’ to direct Bond films The American director said 007 producer Albert ‘Cubby’ Broccoli had ignored his repeated requests.
The Independent UK · Jun 11 George Clooney shares his personal pick for ‘perfect’ James Bond: ‘He’s tall and handsome’ The British star is already tipped to take on 007
International Business Times UK · Jun 11 Will Callum Turner Be the Next James Bond? Actor Responds to 007 Rumors Callum Turner has addressed persistent James Bond rumours, insisting he knows nothing about the casting process despite receiving public backing from George Clooney.
BANG Premier · Jun 11 Disclosure Day's Steven Spielberg 'volunteered' to direct James Bond movie Disclosure Day director Steven Spielberg has revealed he's "always wanted" to direct a James Bond movie and even "volunteered" his services but he was turned down.
BANG Premier · Jun 11 Callum Turner finally addresses James Bond rumours Callum Turner has finally addressed long-standing rumours suggesting he's being lined up as the next James Bond with the actor admitting he knows "nothing" about the casting process for the new film.
The Independent UK · Jun 11 Steven Spielberg says James Bond producer rejected him twice but ‘can’t afford’ him now Filmmaker says he ended up directing Indiana Jones franchise after being turned down
International Business Times UK · Jun 10 'He's the Perfect Guy': George Clooney Picks British Actor He Wants as James Bond George Clooney endorses Callum Turner as the next James Bond, praising his looks, charm, and career choices. Turner, who worked with Clooney on 'The Boys In The Boat,' is a strong contender.
The Independent UK · Jun 10 What Callum Turner has said about rumours he might be the next James Bond IN FULL
The Independent UK · Jun 10 Callum Turner breaks silence on James Bond rumours Many of the stars named in the odds have remained tight-lipped at the possibility of taking over the role
Evening Standard · Jun 10 Callum Turner admits he finds Bond rumours ‘amusing’ He is one of the rumoured frontrunners to play 007.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 10 They expect you to die! The history of James Bond video games, from the good to the bad to the downright ugly Interactive takes on MI6’s globetrotting spy have been around almost as long as the films, but that doesn’t mean all of them were a success. Here’s 007’s chequered past of hits, flops and oddities