Timothy Dalton expresses shock as Amazon takes control of James Bond franchise

Amazon MGM has taken full creative control of the James Bond franchise, marking a significant change. Longtime producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson will step back but retain ownership of the intellectual property rights. Timothy Dalton, a former Bond actor, expressed surprise at the shift. He praised Broccoli and her late father, Cubby Broccoli, for their strong leadership in the franchise. Dalton hopes Amazon will honor the legacy of Bond films. Broccoli and Wilson stated their decision to step back allows Amazon to lead the franchise's future. Amazon's head, Mike Hopkins, acknowledged the contributions of the Broccoli family and expressed excitement for the next phase of Bond.