Amazon acquires James Bond franchise for over $1 billion as George Lazenby makes rare appearance

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Amazon Prime Video has acquired the James Bond franchise for over $1 billion, following its earlier purchase of MGM Studios for $8.5 billion. This marks a significant shift in control of the iconic film series. George Lazenby, the only actor to play Bond just once, was spotted in Santa Monica on the same day as the acquisition news. The 85-year-old actor has announced his retirement from acting for the third time. Lazenby, who played Bond in 1969's "On Her Majesty's Secret Service," has expressed regret over not continuing in the role. His final acting role will be in an upcoming action film trilogy.


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