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The Future of Bond and the Franchise Landscape
With Daniel Craig's departure from the role, speculation about the next James Bond actor continues to swirl. Names like Henry Cavill frequently come up, but nothing official has been confirmed. The franchise's future seems poised to continue, possibly under new ownership or production influence—perhaps even under Amazon, following MGM’s sale.
The uncertainty also signals a broader industry trend: studios are adjusting to post-pandemic realities, where international markets can make or break a film’s overall success. "No Time to Die" exemplifies this: a film that, despite not dominating domestically, became a global hit and set a benchmark for Hollywood's pandemic-era box office.