Amazon MGM Studios has officially announced that two prominent film producers, Amy Pascal and David Heyman, have joined forces to produce the much-anticipated upcoming James Bond film. Pascal will lead the production through her company, Pascal Pictures, while Heyman will contribute his expertise via Heyday Films. The news follows recent rumors about their involvement in the next installment of the iconic 007 franchise.
Courtenay Valenti, the Head of Film at Amazon MGM Studios, expressed the studio's commitment to honoring the legacy of James Bond, which has been skillfully guided by Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson. “We are approaching every creative decision with the greatest sense of responsibility,” Valenti stated. “Amy Pascal and David Heyman are part of an elite group of producers who have successfully developed and managed massive film franchises, achieving both box office success and critical acclaim.”
Valenti emphasized the studio's excitement about collaborating with Pascal and Heyman, stating, “We are honored to be working with them on James Bond’s next chapter and are excited to deliver storytelling that upholds the impeccable legacy of this beloved character to global audiences.”
In a joint statement, Pascal and Heyman described James Bond as “one of the most iconic characters in the history of cinema.” They expressed their humility in stepping into roles previously held by Broccoli and Wilson, who have created numerous extraordinary films. “We are honored and excited to keep the spirit of Bond very much alive as he embarks on his next adventure,” they added.
Amy Pascal’s relationship with Amazon MGM Studios is not new. She is currently in post-production on the studio’s upcoming film, Project Hail Mary, directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller. Additionally, she produced the critically acclaimed film Challengers, directed by Luca Guadagnino. Pascal is also working alongside Lord and Miller on the upcoming series Spider-Noir, which will air on MGM+ and Prime Video. Furthermore, she has a film adaptation of Narnia in the pipeline, directed by Greta Gerwig for Netflix, as well as Noah Baumbach’s Jay Kelly, which she is producing with Heyman, also for Netflix.
David Heyman is renowned for his impressive track record in the film industry, particularly for producing all eight adaptations of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series and the three Fantastic Beasts films. His impressive portfolio also includes significant works like Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood, Noah Baumbach’s Marriage Story, Alfonso Cuarón’s Gravity, and Greta Gerwig’s Barbie. Additionally, Heyman produced the beloved family films, Paddington and Paddington 2, as well as the upcoming film Wonka.
Currently, Heyman is in pre-production on the highly anticipated Harry Potter television series and is also in post-production on Taika Waititi’s adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro’s Klara and the Sun.
The collaboration between Amy Pascal and David Heyman marks an exciting new chapter for the James Bond franchise, promising to uphold the rich legacy of this beloved character. Fans around the world eagerly await the next adventure of 007, as these two talented producers bring their expertise and passion to the project.
