The Spy Command
Puck writes makes the case for Pattinson as 007
Matthew Belloni of Puck News in a story on Friday argued why Amazon MGM should pick Robert Pittinson as the next cinematic James Bond.
Bond questions: The 007 casting edition
Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult reportedly are among those Amazon is considering to play 007. The Spy Command has questions.
2006: A journeyman director surpasses the auteurs
2006's Casino Royale was helmed by a journeyman director, Martin Campbell. His work exceeded the auteur directors who would follow.
The New Yorker unleashes snark on 007
The New Yorker, typically a high-brow outlet, wasn't so high brow it couldn't dump on James Bond for clicks.
007 vehicles to be displayed at Michigan event
The Ian Fleming Foundation will have a number of its 007 film vehicles displayed on Oct. 16-17 in Michigan.
IFP announces a new James Bond novella
Ian Fleming Publications said Oct 5 it will bring out a new James Bond novella in December.
Regal Theaters kicks off six weeks of 007 movies
Regal movies will conduct six weeks of James Bond movie showings, each highlighting a different 007 film actor.
Charlie Higson already working on a 2nd adult Bond novel
Charlie Higson's first "adult Bond novel," King Zero, goes on sale this week. He's already working on a second.
Fifth anniversary of No Time to Die
It has been five years since the most recent James Bond movie, No Time to Die. It was the end of an era.
Be aware: Gary Oldman jacks up 007 speculation
Gary Oldman, an excellent actor who has nothing to do with casting the next Bond film, has jacked up internet fervor.
An unlikely Bond, circa 1970
Eric Braeden was a contender to play James Bond -- until Eon Productions discovered he was German.
The Bond Experience relocates to Switzerland
The Bond Experience, a prominent 007-oriented YouTube channel, is moving from the U.S. to Switzerland.
About Bond and 'I hear'
The words "I hear" and "I heard" are getting a lot of work as the flames are fanned about who might be the next film James Bond.
Leslie Parrish dies at 90
Actress Leslie Parrish, who performed in various spy-oriented movies and TV shows, has died at age 90.
Underdog to return for Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade
Underdog, after a 42-year absence, will return to this year's Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade. Naturally, there are spy connections.
Internet outrage machine weighs in on 007 actor search
A new James Bond film actor hasn't been picked yet. The internet outrage machine can't wait.
60th anniversary of The Glass Bottom Boat
In the 1960s, the spycraze attracted stars to all sorts of projects. So it was with Doris Day and 1966’s frothy comedy The Glass Bottom Boat.
Pascal says it's a "good bet" new 007 actor to be cast by end of 2026
Amy Pascal, one of the producers Amazon named to oversee the first 007 film under the company's creative control, says it's a "good bet" the new Bond actor will be cast by year's end.
Spider-Man rescues (?) comic book movies
The newest Spider-Man film had an estimated opening weekend of $355 million -- best in 2026 and second-best of all time. Has Spidey saved comic book films or is it a one-off?
La-Land releases expanded Never Say Never Again soundtrack
La-Land Records releases expanded soundtrack from 1983's Never Say Never Again.
About the pen communicator
The Saint, The Man From UNCLE and James Bond Jr. all used the trope of a communicator disguised as a pen.
60th anniversary of The Man Called Flintstone
In the 1960s spycraze, even Fred Flintstone arrived on the big screen.
20th anniversary of the worst James Bond car
For many 007 fans, the Ford Mondeo from Casino Royale (2006) is the worst James Bond car.
Case study: How your favorite episode may not be the best
Sometimes, an episode of a TV show may be your favorite but not the best.
About that dratted continuity
For seven decades, continuity has been a thorny issue for makers of movies and TV shows.
Bond actor auditions reportedly to gear up in August
A newsletter and the Deadline website say 007 actor auditions will gear up in August for the first Bond movie under Amazon creative control.
'Batman Mansion' goes up for sale
A California mansion, known as the "Batman Mansion" is up for sale for a mere $32 million.
Character actor David Sheiner dies
David Sheiner, a busy character, died in early June at age 98.
Character actor William Smithers dies
William Smithers, a busy character actor over decades, has died at 98.
Story of Spielberg and Bond gets told yet again
The entertainment media is going crazy over the notion that Steven Spielberg once wanted to direct a James Bond movie and got turned down. Problem? It's not news.
La-La Land Records now selling expanded SPECTRE soundtrack
La-La Land Records announced June 4 it's now selling an expanded soundtrack for SPECTRE (2015).
007 First Light gets off to fast sales start
007 First Light, the new James Bond video game, had a fast sales start in late May.
Citadel season 2 leaves you exhausted
Citadel season 2 leaves viewers tired after too many plot twists.
UNCLE: The Druids maintain their rivalries
A major horse race saw a winner named Napoleon Solo! But some UNCLE druids were rooting against the winning horse.
Napoleon Solo (the horse) wins the Preakness
Napoleon Solo (the horse) won the second leg of the Triple Crown
Bond questions: The casting search edition
Amazon MGM said May 14 it has officially begun the search for a new cinematic James Bond. Naturally, the blog has questions.
One possible 007 actor already attacked as soft
No James Bond actor has been actually chosen. But on YouTube, one possible choice already has been attacked as soft. The outrage machine continues.
Revamped Citadel premieres on Amazon Prime
Season 2 of Citidel is available on Amazon Prime. Based on the first two episodes, some tweaks have been made, including a bigger role for Stanley Tucci.
Casino Royale's 20th anniversary Part III
As Casino Royale debuted in 2006, Eon and its studio partners faced challenges how to follow up.
Casino Royale's 20th anniversary Part II
With the start of production of Casino Royale, Eon's new direction was set.
