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Bond’s Origin Goes Cinematic in IO Interactive’s 007 First Light
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Bond’s Origin Goes Cinematic in IO Interactive’s 007 First Light

IO Interactive previews 007 First Light as a cinematic origin story for James Bond, blending film-like storytelling with gameplay, drawing on Ian Fleming and Moonraker for inspiration, featuring Patrick Gibson and a star cast, and releasing May 27, 2026 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S (with a Nintendo Switch 2 version in development) while prioritizing tonal realism and performance-driven storytelling.

IO Interactive Releases Opening Footage for 007 First Light After Leak
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IO Interactive Releases Opening Footage for 007 First Light After Leak

IO Interactive shared the opening 13 minutes of 007 First Light after an early leak, showing Bond's helicopter being shot down, him waking underwater, and stealth sequences. The clip includes spoiler warnings, features a younger James Bond portrayed by Patrick Gibson, and confirms the game’s May 27, 2026 release on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.

James Bond’s New Origin Comes to Life in 007 First Light Launch Trailer
gaming3 days ago

James Bond’s New Origin Comes to Life in 007 First Light Launch Trailer

IO Interactive and Amazon MGM Studios released the launch trailer for 007 First Light, a standalone James Bond origin game arriving May 27, 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC, with a Summer 2026 Nintendo Switch 2 version; pre-orders unlock 24-hour early access and a free Deluxe Edition upgrade with exclusive skins, while players explore Bond’s espionage debut using Spycraft, Bond’s Instinct, Q Branch gadgets, and fast, tactical combat, plus a TacSim replay mode across globe-spanning missions.

Omega's 007 First Light: Bond’s Chronograph Lands From Game to Real Life
technology3 days ago

Omega's 007 First Light: Bond’s Chronograph Lands From Game to Real Life

Omega unveils the Seamaster Diver 300M Chronograph 007 First Light, the brand’s first Bond-era chronograph, tied to the 007 First Light video game (May 27, 2026). The 44mm stainless steel dive watch features a black ceramic dial, a bronze-gold PVD ring on the 3 o’clock sub-dial, and a bronze-gold central chronograph hand, powered by in-house calibre 9900 Master Chronometer with 60h power reserve and 300m water resistance. It comes on a game-inspired NATO strap (with six additional options) and a special presentation box; not a limited edition. Price: CHF 7,300 or USD 9,400 (tax excluded).

Tom Francis Enters the James Bond Casting Race
entertainment9 days ago

Tom Francis Enters the James Bond Casting Race

Variety reports that 26-year-old British actor Tom Francis has auditioned to play James Bond. He’s one of several contenders in an ongoing casting process overseen by Nina Gold, with reps for Francis and Amazon MGM Studios not commenting. Other names floated include Jacob Elordi, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Callum Turner, while Cosmo Jarvis is not in the mix per his rep.

Auditions Open as Casting Begins for the Next James Bond
entertainment11 days ago

Auditions Open as Casting Begins for the Next James Bond

Amazon MGM Studios has officially kicked off the search for the next James Bond, with auditions reportedly underway and no lead or release date announced; Denis Villeneuve will direct the next film, Steven Knight will write, and Nina Gold is leading the casting. Several actors, including Callum Turner, Jacob Elordi, Harris Dickinson, Henry Cavill, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Theo James, are among frontrunners.

Bond 26 Casting Opens as Nina Gold Leads Hunt at Amazon MGM Studios
movies11 days ago

Bond 26 Casting Opens as Nina Gold Leads Hunt at Amazon MGM Studios

Amazon MGM Studios has officially kicked off the hunt for the next James Bond by hiring casting director Nina Gold to lead Bond 26 casting, with Denis Villeneuve attached to direct and Steven Knight writing. Fully fledged auditions are still a way off as the script is polished, and while several actors have circulated in rumors, no official casting has been announced yet.

Nina Gold Takes the Reins in Bond's Next Actor Hunt
entertainment11 days ago

Nina Gold Takes the Reins in Bond's Next Actor Hunt

Deadline confirms Nina Gold has closed a deal to be the casting director for the next James Bond film, partnering with director Denis Villeneuve and producers Amy Pascal and David Heyman as they finalize the script and begin the hunt for Bond’s next actor. While this marks a key milestone in the search, full auditions aren’t expected to start until the script is polished. Gold, renowned for work on Game of Thrones, The Crown, and multiple Star Wars films, and Oscar-nominated for Hamnet, brings decades of casting expertise to the project; Amazon MGM Studios says the search is underway and more news will follow.

Nina Gold to Lead Next James Bond Casting as 007 Hunt Opens
entertainment12 days ago

Nina Gold to Lead Next James Bond Casting as 007 Hunt Opens

Amazon MGM Studios has kicked off auditions for the next James Bond, enlisting Game of Thrones casting veteran Nina Gold to help find 007. The Bond 26 project will be directed by Denis Villeneuve with producers Amy Pascal and David Heyman, writer Steven Knight, and Tanya Lapointe as executive producer, and the industry is buzzing with contenders as the search begins.