The scooper, who has had reliable information in the past reports now, that according to his sources Matthew Vaughn would be the top candidate for those responsible in the search for a new 007 director. The name of the Brit, known for films such as ‘The Star Wanderer’, ‘Kick-Ass’ and the ‘Kingsman’ series, has already circulated in this context in the past.
Vaughn has said in the past that he wanted the job but didn’t think Bond executives would consider him. He probably fears that his often exaggerated, brash style could turn them off. According to current plans, his action thriller ‘Argylle’, which will be released in cinemas on February 1, 2024, would be very heavily influenced by 007.
“The Witcher” star Henry Cavill plays a successful bestselling author of spy novels who eventually realizes that he was once an excellent spy who has lost his memories. John Cena, Bryan Cranston, Ariana DeBose, Sam Rockwell, Samuel L. Jackson, Bryce Dallas Howard and pop superstar Dua Lipa are still part of the top cast.
That’s why the next Bond director is so important
The next 007 director has a particularly important role, as he will not only introduce a new protagonist, but… will also likely influence the direction the next James Bond era takes. While those responsible for Bond exercised a lot of control themselves in the past, it was recently said that even slightly more concessions could be made to a strong director.
Suddenly the name Christopher Nolan became associated with “James Bond”. The director of “Oppenheimer” is a big 007 fan and could easily imagine himself portraying a Bond actor. However, he really demands maximum control – from the script to the casting to the final version and the theatrical release, as he has already made clear publicly.
Even if it were said that those responsible for Bond would be willing to give the next director a little more freedom, it is highly unlikely that they would withdraw so completely. Matthew Vaughn seems like a more realistic option than Christopher Nolan.
It is not yet known when another Bond film will be released – especially since the strikes in Hollywood are currently complicating possible preparations. However, in the past it was rumored that there should be a schedule and personnel issues should be clarified by spring 2024. The name ‘Matthew Vaughn’ should still be seen as a rumor – especially since scooper Daniel Richtman only describes him as the alleged top candidate for the Bond managers around the powerful producer Barbara Broccoli.