Should Christopher Nolan Direct Bond 26?

[@aaradill]

Nolan would craft a fantastic Bond villain, which was the biggest issue in 3/5 of Craig's movies.

[@JonathanRodriguez-nz9nw]

definitely agree, plus arcs for the heroe(s) as well

[@RobertK1993]

Onk QOS and SP

[@CarolinaCharles777]

Nolan respected Batman enough to stay faithful to the character and add fun elements while still providing those Nolan touches. I think he would do the same for James Bond. Sure, he'll probably provide a twist or two, but he loves Bond for a reason, and I know he will want to include those elements.

[@Deckard_2019]

I think Nolan should be given the keys to the 007 kingdom. The brand is in danger of becoming stale and irrelevant. A new infusion of excitement( Nolan directing/writing) would be the best direction for this beloved franchise.⭐️

[@picosreviews2770]

It’s already stale and irrelevant my friend.

[@jamesatkinsonja]

@@picosreviews2770 The last 3 films have made about $2.8 billion combined. At the time of writing they are 3 of the 6 highest grossing films ever at the UK box office and being involved in Bond was a big motivation of Amazon buying MGM with the Bond films being a selling point for Amazon Prime.

[@chrispalmer9838]

@@picosreviews2770 Bond slid slowly down the toilet after Goldeneye, never to return...

[@jamesatkinsonja]

​@@chrispalmer9838 Casino and Skyfall were critical and commercial hits after Goldeneye...

[@chrispalmer9838]

@@jamesatkinsonja I meant creatively. And critics generally say what they are paid to...

[@RajeshGupta-hs1nx]

I have wanted the Bond being directed by Nolan for years. The producers should give Nolan a free hand. He won't disappoint.

[@threepistolsband2403]

If I was EON, I would seriously consider Christopher Nolan. They have start thinking about competing with other franchises like Mission Impossible. Nolan would mean instant ticket sales.

[@creategreatness8823]

Nolan would take back Bond's crown as king of the action movie franchises with a single film.

[@RobertK1993]

​@@creategreatness8823 Mission Impossible nowhere near James Bond good it's not realistic enough to use too many gadgets.

[@andrewdrysdale4788]

I get the feeling Christopher Nolan understands Bond so well he's on a the same thinking level as the producers. They will have met on many more occasions than what's been mentioned publicly. No other director has talked about how much the films have influenced their career. He is a proper fan. I really believe he would make a brilliant Bond film and put the character, the tropes and everything we love about the series front and centre. It would not be a normal Nolan movie. It would not be marketed as that at all. I'm all in!

[@t9south]

Nolan was very sensitive making Batman Begins. WB then gave him unlimited creative control for the Dark Knight. Bond needs to up the ante with Ethan Hunt. Real creative, jaw dropping stunts . The opening of The Dark Knight Rises is a good example. Nolan would also expand Bonds appeal to a younger generation. I fear Eon will play safe and stick with the same production recipe.

[@JonathanRodriguez-nz9nw]

agreed

[@shaney7346]

Just watching Inception & Tenet you know Nolan would deliver one hell of a Bond movie, He's British & understands the whole aspect of Bond. I'd put money on it that he has story points in his mind what he would do. He may not get total control but he would jump start the new era off just like he did with Batman it would be finding that relationship with Eon.

[@loui4898]

To be honest Nolan’s style and general cerebral aspect to his movies would make me think he’d need a two-part Bond movie. This would mean two movies possibly a lot different than the others with the new actor.

[@markrigby3205]

Strangely I heard a rumour several months ago, that after oppenheimer was over Nolan would be a strong contender for Bond! Apparently he’s already stated he would only be interested if it was an origin story. How perfect could this be? We need someone with his talent & vision to bring back our hero from the dead, hopefully EON will allow this, let’s hope.

[@jeromemanley7885]

I completely understand the conflict. I loved Calvin Dyson's take on this one as well. The tipping point for me is that Nolan IS a fan. I have complete trust in him taking an approach that finds the balance of what we want as a Bond community. I think the hesitation comes from us wanting a more fun (gooey pizza) Bond film and Nolan is known for his serious takes. I think the challenge for Nolan is how do you make a modern Octopussy

[@EthanKnight97]

The series is craving for the new GoldenEye or The Spy Who Loved Me.

[@fireballfireball6962]

couldnt have put it better. Spot on!!

[@jamesatkinsonja]

@@EthanKnight97 Funny you should say that as Nolan said while promoting Tenet that he was a big fan of 'Spy who loved me'.

[@droprelease4820]

I think EON have a ticking moment here - their next movie really needs to hit a home run. The movie audience is used to Craig’s run, they may not go out to see a new Bond unless given reason to. EON is also around 10 yrs away from losing their copyright hold on the character. I think a Nolan film would both bring buts to seats, but also his true fandom shows that he will give deference to the real Bond character

[@RobertK1993]

Audiences always go see Bond film they always give new actor a chance.

[@Mathemoto]

My take on it is pretty simple; If you get the chance to bag Chris Nolan, you frickin' get Chris Nolan, no questions asked. There have never been a more perfect moment than now for Nolan to enter the arena. And I'm not a huge fan of his movies in general but what a way to kick of this "reboot".

[@movies_are_life]

Nolan is very much pro shooting on film and anti-cgi. This is the direction Bond films need to stay to continue success. Just as long as we don’t hear a muffled line delivery of Bond, James Bond.

[@tweazz]

I am just happy we have something to talk about again. It's all been quiet since the Aaron Taylor-Johnson rumours (who has previously worked with Nolan of course 👀).

[@RobertK1993]

Good god no he a rumour nothing more

[@SamiMarsch]

He would be a great choice. Intrestingly one of the top contender actors for Bond, Aaron Taylor-Johnson was in Tenet.

[@S0mewhat_Damaged]

Whatever direction they do take with Bond 26, I hope the focus is fun. I want gadgets and action. Seeing the DB5 in No Time To Die fully loaded with gadgets again was fun and reminded me of how little of that we had through the Craig era.

[@thePR3TEND3R]

And not having too many gadgets made Craig Bond the best for me. Too much gadget stuff makes the movies childish and we already have Marvel movies for that. Leave the James Bond as it is with Craig.

[@pj7342]

Fun, rewatchable, quotable.... there is a reason why we have all watched pre-Craig movies over and over.

[@DBR6464]

@@thePR3TEND3R100%

[@lutherfox5744]

Every Bond from hereon should be standalone films. Different actors. Different directors. Just imagine the likes of Nolan, Tarantino, McQuarrie (just to name a few) having a go at a Bond film.

[@BrianMcKinley666]

I think you make some good points, but I would love to see a Nolan Bond film or set of them. I think he would keep his fandom in mind and craft something excellent. Not everyone loved his take on Batman, but it was still solid, thoughtful, and respectful of the character. Cilian Murphy would probably not be cast as Bond, but wouldn't he make a hell of a villain?

[@mattengel00]

My theory all along is that the producers have waited until he’s become available to make any decision on the next movie in case he was interested. I’ve wanted to see his take on Bond for awhile and I hope it happens

[@EthanKnight97]

Skyfall IS the Nolan Bond movie.

[@RobertK1993]

​@@EthanKnight97 Sam Mendes

[@traydaniel0403]

If he ever does direct, write ✍️, and produce a James Bond film, I really hope that Christopher Nolan casts… Henry Cavill as 007 Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Bond’s brother/ Sidekick Idris Elba and David Dastmalchian as the Villains Emily Blunt as Female Bond/ Bond’s love interest Lashana Lynch as Nomi (reprising her role from No Time To Die) Naomie Harris as MoneyPenny Tom Hardy with Robert Downey Jr Margot Robbie as Female Bond/ 007’s brother’s love interest and Cillian Murphy Ed Sheeran & Taylor Swift both should write and perform an original theme music Hans Zimmer compose the soundtrack Produced By: Christopher McQuarrie p.g.a., Christopher Nolan p.g.a. Emma Thomas p.g.a., Written By: Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Christopher McQuarrie & Christopher Nolan Directed By: Christopher Nolan I also wish that film was 3hrs long like Oppenheimer, and finally get a $2B Box Office film. Production Company: New Line Cinema, Syncopy, Inc. Legendary Pictures Distributed By: Universal Pictures & Warner Bros. Pictures

[@justinsanchez8918]

The dark knight trilogy were basically James bond movies. Especially if you think of everytime he visits Morgan Freeman's character as Q scenes. Even Skyfall had dark knight vibes

[@jaimerandle8909]

I think he would be great! The thing about bond is that it’s bigger than any one actor or director. Nolan would bring a fresh look but as he is a life long fan he would also respect the dna that is James Bond. I’d love to see him direct a bond movie.

[@philustratorprendergast9632]

I'm really 50/50 conflicted on this!

[@FraserJWhieldon]

I think a Nolan Bond film could be standalone with an actor playing Bond just for that film and a self-contained plot. It could bring new life into the series but allow Nolan to direct his kind of film.

[@BLACKSTA361]

Henry Cavill is the man you're looking for if it's a one off

[@frankb821]

@@BLACKSTA361 I'm hoping Cavill gets 3

[@BLACKSTA361]

@@frankb821 yeah but people are crying about him being too old

[@gregorsamsa2271]

Trilogy, Nolan def wouldn't do just one movie. And believe me - Nolan and Bond will work as a mix! He understands the franchise. There's a reason, why he's so inspired by it in the first place.

[@jamesatkinsonja]

@@BLACKSTA361 Nolan has never worked with Cavill in a film he's directed while he did work with Aaron Taylor-Johnson on Tenet so he feels more likely.

[@jproog41]

This is wonderful, thoughtful commentary, David. I'm not sure I agree with you that no one loves trilogies. He's only made one, and intends to tackle subjects he finds interesting otherwise.

[@downtothewood1950]

I listened to his Desert Island Discs about 5 years ago (I’m sure it’s out there on the internet still) and I got the impression he’s a total fan and will respect it and it’ll be a one off film for him. As stated he’ll reset the basis of the character (“when they need me “ reference) and has already had that conversation with the producers. Once all the strikes are over I’m sure it’ll be announced pretty quickly.

[@dtuk22]

Christopher Nolan if he has the right vision for Bond in keeping with the franchise's heritage!...yes certainly....Eon go for it 👍 *off topic, I noticed how Tom Cruise physical looked the most "Bond like" in terms of he's wardrobe, hair style & persona etc in the new MI movie than any other in the franchise....proof to Eon that the MI franchise is really leaning on the Bond formula. 🍸

[@fmor4133]

I disagree on one thing only. Bond will go on with a new actor while MI will end when Tom Cruise say so. Apparently the next is the last and I can't imagine Ethan Hunt to be played by anyone else.

[@dtuk22]

@@fmor4133 absolutely very true Ethan Hunt is tied to Cruise now. As for the franchise itself i would imagine it'll continue albeit with Cruise in a supporting role or certainly behind the camera as producer even director. My point was the the character is really encroaching on the Bond genre in MI7 more so than the others imo.

[@kevinrogers8779]

Never been a huge Batman fan as far as the films. I can appreciate what he has done with them but I don’t know if that would equate to Bond in the same way. My preference would be be either Martin Campbell (he’s already introduced two other new Bond actors) or Christopher McQuarrie. Yes, he’s the M: I guy but he can do action, drama and humor which I believe needs to be the cocktail used for the next movies. Humor was lacking in the Craig era and I’d like to see more of that. The writers will be key as well. Not a fan of Phoebe Waller Bridge’s touch-ups in NTTD but I think they need a fresh approach and pass on using Purvis and Wade next film.

[@jamesatkinsonja]

Campbell is 80 this year [when he's already the oldest Bond director at 62 with Casino] and his recent projects haven't been very inspiring while McQuarre is very close to Tom Cruise. Purvis and Wade themselves have said they're happy to move on but when they have brought in other writers like Peter Morgan and John Hodge the scripts haven't been suitable [Morgan's script was described as 'too John Le Carre for example]. They seems to be good at getting a script started before handing it over to other people [NTTD ended up having 6 writers-2 uncredited for example].

[@JonathanRodriguez-nz9nw]

I would welcome it, would hope for a Henry Cavill Bond in a Nolan film though, it would surely be very action heavy! And, similar to Connery, Cavill has that build and charm

[@musicisfree91]

If Christopher Nolan were to do a James Bond movie, he would need to a triolgy, then reboot and recast it again. Just let him cook, I think he would deliver a fantastic story.

[@RobertK1993]

Trilogy a big ask since Monday to know if the film would be successful.

[@pj7342]

Thanks for always having done your research in setting up the discussion, and being sober minded.

[@richardtwyning]

It's all perfect, and he's also worked with Hans Zimmer. Timing couldn't be more perfect for a new Nolan vision of Bond

[@Leppter]

To me Skyfall always felt like a Nolan Bond movie, and ironically its also why I'm not so into that particular movie. It's visually incredible, the story was great to experience the first time through, but it just doesn't have much re-watchability for me which is key to my enjoyment of a Bond movie.

[@RobertK1993]

It isn't anywhere near a Nolan film.

[@creategreatness8823]

The Producers of Bond want it to remain as a big theatrical experience even though Amazon, who now owns MGM and the distribution of Bond...would want to push to streaming Christopher Nolan loves big theatrical experiences and has the desire and pull to demand that his films command large, exclusive theatrical windows The Mission Impossible Franchise, in terms of quality, has been STOMPING modern Bond on the front of grandiose action set pieces, practical effects, premium filming techniques and the dedication of the cast and crew to go very big and very real for the stunts of the film. Christopher Nolan is the only director out there today who has just as much of a respect for and desire to accomplish as many in-camera effects shots and action sequences as possible. He loves to shoot in premium film formats, loves to keep things tangible and impress audiences with REAL in-camera stunts and effects sequences. Bond is feeling pressure from certain activists to "modernize" and "change with the times" and transform into something completely foreign to Bond's DNA. Christopher Nolan is a massive Bond fan and is not only the type of filmmaker who would buck that trend and deliver a Bond that is more true to his roots...but his prowess, prestige, and credibility would completely insulate and protect him from any and all superficial, sensitive criticism that might otherwise be thrown at a more traditional, masculine Bond portrayal. Christopher Nolan is the kind of passionate, talented, high caliber, high profile, successful, veteran Director who could take Bond on and launch a new, more traditional incarnation of the character in a way that elevates and re-affirms Bond's legendary, iconic, timeless status and would almost certainly deliver the most financially successful James Bond film of all time. If they don't cut Nolan a blank check to make at least one Bond film with essentially 99% creative freedom...then they will regret it forever.

[@RobertK1993]

Mission Impossible isn't stomping anything it's way to far fetched not bad but nowhere near Bond.

[@jamesatkinsonja]

I'm not sure Amazon is pushing it towards streaming. They have the older films and things like 'Sound of 007' for that rather than the main series.

[@berkborke]

Aside from his obvious legendary films, only Batman Begins should be enough indicator that Nolan is also such a great franchise starter, it had great story, character developments and wonderful tone with its both dark moments and a few great jokes throughout the movie. If Nolan could do a Bond movie between Batman Begins and Goldeneye, possibly it'd be a proper rival for Casino Royale's position in the whole Bond filmography.

[@Bjartone]

I would look for a director that not only genuinely loves the Agent 007 James Bond thing but also have worked the way up through the ranks of the franchise, like producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli, and directors Terence Young, Peter Hunt and John Glen.

[@abrn6341]

I'd want Bond 26 to be an origin story like Batman Begins so Nolan would be a solid choice. My only gripe is that Nolan is an indy director. If they choose him it'd have to be a trilogy or duology.

[@RobertK1993]

Casino Royale 2006 what you're looking for m

[@THillick]

I grew up as a very young child with Connery. Saw the”working” DB5 on tour. I loved the last series and the story arc. Having said that, I think Bond should off hands for 25 years. I fear the movies will take the Star Wars path and forever tarnish all of Bond.

[@michaelpoplawski2998]

I would look forward to Nolan directing the next Bond film. Why? He did some great movies and brought new perspectives to Batman. I think the 007 movies need a real shaking up with a new view. Even with Craig's movies it was becoming same old, same old. I think that Nolan would take pains to ensure the script was the best and capturing the Bond persona. I agree that Nolan must have control of "his" movie. Would his ideas take James Bond so far out that it is no longer "Ian Fleming's" James Bond? Is this a chance worth taking? I think so.

[@DavyDredd14]

A smooth as silk, yet dangerous, highly exciting 'James Bond' Film is absolutely needed !

[@JOONBUGFILMS]

I think it would be a good idea because Christopher Nolan could be as close as we could get to Alfred Hitchcock directing a James Bond movie

[@alexdas2000]

From Russia with Love was

[@JOONBUGFILMS]

@@alexdas2000 Terence Young

[@royludwick1308]

I think the one huge positive to take from the Craig era is the idea of one actor having his own arc. I believe the series can sustain itself in future years by letting each actor have his own story and then reset when the time comes to recast (007 certainly does not have to meet the same fate as NTTD at the end ). If they proceed with this approach then Nolan is a perfect choice at this time to regenerate interest in the series. The other thing to consider is that Amazon, as a co-owner via MGM, may want the name recognition attached in addition to EON.

[@jamesatkinsonja]

I should think every Bond will be there own time line from now on, similar to other franchises [like Batman].

[@ScaredStraightProductions]

​@@jamesatkinsonjahard for me to think of it like that since that was never the intent until modern audiences trying to connect things. The only 2 different bonds. Connery to brosnan is one person and craig is his own. Maybe just maybe we get cavil and Christopher Nolan and gives us a throwback to the 60s

[@jamesatkinsonja]

@@ScaredStraightProductions I'm not sure a Nolan film would be a period piece given his action films have been contemporary and that was Tarantino's pitch [for Casino Royale] and he hasn't worked with Cavill for a film he's directed.

[@the16thGemini]

Besides being a James Bond fan, I am steeped in the Batman universe. What Christopher Nolan did to revive the Batman franchise after lesser efforts, is at the core of why we like him for Bond. Just imagine Christopher Nolan reworking the original Ian Fleming Moonraker into something more faithful and centered on modern conflicts. Look no further than the current Oppenheimer and The Dark Knight Rises to see the possibilities. The tone would remain as serious as the Daniel Craig era but Nolan would find ways to inject the light. I do share in the opinion that a greater degree of autonomy would have to be given to Nolan from EON, which might spark creative differences. Indeed it would be multi movie arc which is a standard now even in the John Wick films. A Christopher Nolan James Bond film would be the ultimate creative gamble right now, but one which might yield great rewards.

[@michaelpoplawski2998]

Iwas thinking the exact same for Moonraker.

[@jamesatkinsonja]

Agree with everything else but I'd expect a Nolan Bond to be a fresh story rather than a book adaption although who knows.

[@the16thGemini]

@@jamesatkinsonja He certainly has the ability to do both. I would be happy with either. We are at that stage when most of Fleming has been adapted. However there are still a few unexplored stories.

[@the16thGemini]

@@michaelpoplawski2998 Indeed. That Star Wars parody we got severely compromised the source material 😆😃😃. It was entertaining but basically we got another version of The Spy Who Loved Me

[@jamesatkinsonja]

@@the16thGemini There are a few but they were mostly ignored for a reason [like Spy who loved me]. Technically Moonraker was adapted for Die Another Day. I'm a bit hesitant on doing Moonraker in the modern day as Drax would almost certainly be made into an Elon Musk type figure and by this point Musk feels like his own self parody.

[@davidberger7158]

Good analysis. If you want a back to basics Bond but with a modern take audiences will love, I think Nolan might actually be the best choice.

[@jordanmaiden0073]

I think now is the time for it to happen if it ever will. I could see Barbara and Michael G not having strong opinions on where to take the franchise after Craig. So, maybe, just maybe, they’d be more inclined to give a tried and true director full reign. Who better to give it to than Nolan? Who has already proven himself on being able to reinvent a classic character with TDK trilogy. His name alone could bring in more people and expose more people to Bond which I also think is a good thing. I hope it happens.

[@gregorsamsa2271]

Nolan is absolutely, what this franchise needs. The producers have no clue, what they're really doing currently. They should give him all the freedom, he needs. We need innovation, not brainless action humor, what many want to see back. Btw, Nolan def respects the line and lore of James Bond, as he did with Batman. How that can be wrong?

[@frankb821]

"The Property of a Lady" starring Henry Cavill, directed by Christopher Nolan? Yes please! Unless of course we can have "Risico" starring Henry Cavill, directed by Martin Campbell. Having said that...my reservation with Nolan would be similar to Calvin Dyson's...it probably wouldn't be a "fun" movie.

[@Evanturar]

Well said David. We don’t need a Director with an artistic legacy recreating our Bond to fulfill his own vision. The reason we love Bond is about remaining true to his fundamental attributes, flaws, and adventure story lines we live for.

[@jamesatkinsonja]

Sam Mendes did exactly that with Skyfall and it's the highest grossing Bond...

[@thomaswilke6312]

Maybe Nolan should do a Bond trilogy like he did with the Batman trilogy

[@shotgunnsean]

I could be wrong, but for whatever reason I imagine a James Bond movie by Christopher Nolan would look, feel and have the same vibe as Spectre. If he does get the job then I hope I'm wrong.

[@neiltaylor6645]

You would hope he would make a good classic bond film surely if you would hire CN you would give me full control on his film

[@stewartmack4821]

In my mind Nolan/Cavill perfect combo 😃

[@RobertK1993]

Cavill be to old by time Bond 26 starts production

[@williamdixon4708]

Eon would be foolish to at least not consider him. I personally would love to see them grant Nolan a three-film commitment to allow for his complete vision (just like WB did with Batman). Nolan has never been hotter in pop culture than right now, and what better time to get him onboard than starting out with a fresh new Bond. At the very least, there’s no way this could lose money for the studio. Let’s make this happen.

[@skyfighter9852]

I think Nolan would be a good bond director, I think he would lean more towards the older style bond films maybe even more campy as he has not really done that style yet, I think since he wants so much control he probably has a very specific story in mind already.

[@jamesatkinsonja]

He's praised 'The Spy Who Loved me' but also OHMSS and Dalton. Given the tone of his other films, I can't see him going 'campy'.

[@jlemus1975]

I think now's the perfect time to bring in Nolan. I get the feeling that Eon is flailing a bit and it would behoove them to hire Nolan. Just my 2 cents.

[@Atticus75]

Firstly, Oppenheimer is a stunning film. I think Christopher Nolan would be an excellent choice of director to start off the next era of Bond.

[@rjmacready9828]

If he doesnt direct the next one, he wont direct it ever. It really is now or never. Barbara needs to decide if she wants to give Nolan full creative control, they obviously should as he's one of the best and most acclaimed filmmakers of the century....

[@NathanielWhittoUpdates]

I don't feel the producers have a passion, maybe that's mean, the energy to reinvent it. Nolan would. Giving control over to someone else, whether a director or a new studio, is a risk but maybe a necessary one. But Bond always thrives on reinvention.

[@rizkifachriansyah4332]

As much as I like the idea of Chris Nolan (a filmmaker inspired by some of the trappings of Bond) taking on the Bond franchise itself, I can’t help but think of his interpretation as pastiche of pastiche. This is basically because both Bond and Nolan have been feeding off of each other, with the last 3 films in the Craig era in particular modeling themselves on the post-The Dark Knight blockbuster model. I worry that it would be somewhat more of the same. I’d love to be proven wrong, though.

[@Laissez-faire402]

Thank you for putting into words part of my objection to this idea. It feels like something fanboys are simply obsessed with. I said elsewhere in the comments that I think Nolan is better off making Bond homages like Tenet and Inception. Nolan has the power to make the 'original films' people complain we don't see enough of. He should use it.

[@manillafresh57]

Sign him for an entire contained trilogy

[@AnalyzeThisMisterBond]

For Nolan, it's now or never. He has been lobbying for the opportunity to launch a new Bond for years. I am somewhat ambivalent about the possibility of a Nolan Bond, largely because it feels like we've already seen it (Nolan's own TENET was essentially a Bond film with timey-wimey stuff added, and the Craig era was strongly influenced by Nolan's Batfilms). But it's also true that the next Bond needs to come out swinging with a bold, new angle. Audiences have been trained to expect as much. Bond, for better or worse, is no longer the series it was. "Just another Bond film" won't cut it, as much as the Bond fans would like it. There's no Fleming novel like CR waiting in the wings that EON can use to set Bond on a new trajectory. Nolan has been thinking about this for years and clearly has strong ideas ready to go. It probably makes things easy for EON to hand it over to him.

[@AnalyzeThisMisterBond]

EON knows the Bond series is at a crossroads. Fleming's novels have already started to enter the public domain in certain countries. A little over a decade from now, EON's exclusive hold on Bond will start to slip. They're very aware of that ticking clock. The Craig era was, to some extent, a last hurrah for EON. It was a "we gotta go for broke" take on the character that fulfilled both Michael G. Wilson's longstanding desire to tell Bond's origin story (something he'd lobbied for since the 80s) and allowed Barbara Broccoli to put a personal stamp on the series. This next Bond era will likely be less personal for EON and more strategic: securing Bond's place in the film landscape of the future. This is why Barbara Broccoli keeps talking about "reinvention." She intuitively knows the next Bond movie needs to be a major film event that gets folks buzzing again. Launching the next Bond's era with a high-profile Nolan movie could help or hurt that endeavor. It would be hard to shake Nolan's shadow when handing follow-ups to other directors. But there's no question that it would get everyone talking.

[@Unboxing007]

All is said my dear David…. 👌🏻👌🏻

[@samuelbarber6177]

I’m a huge Nolan fan, I’ve liked to loved most of his films… but that being said I don’t think so. The Bond film franchise has long survived on anonymous workmen. John Glen, Martin Campbell, Terence Young etc and when they go in for more auteurist directors, they can go right like Skyfall or really wrong like Spectre and Quantum of Solace. What people forget about Nolan is that he isn’t just a Director. He’s also writer and producer, and he always has more than the usual amount of control over his projects. This is a guy who can come out with a three hour, partly black and white, non-chronological biopic of the man who invented the atomic bomb for crying out loud. So, for Nolan to direct a Bond movie, he’d either have to forego his usual perks and control or Eon would have to work alongside his company, Syncopy. Neither of which I really see happening. Not to mention, bringing in someone like Nolan runs too much the risk of having it be Nolan’s film, rather than Bond’s. I’d personally rather an up and coming Director. Someone like a Chinonye Chuckwu, who worked with Eon on the film Till, last year. They’d be able to sponsor a younger filmmaker, and would also have more control.

[@Laissez-faire402]

Some common sense! This is such a fanboy pipe dream.

[@JoeWritesThis]

Is there a way of finding out what question Nolan was asked that would prompt these answers/comments? To me, if ANY director was asked "Would you like to do a Bond movie?" you'd get pretty much the same answer: "Of course", "It would be an honour", "I'm a big fan", "if the conditions are right", etc. I guess what I'm asking is; did Nolan bring up the subject because he's angling for the job, or was the interviewer fishing for a spicy headline? Awesome channel. Keep up the great work. 😁

[@jamesatkinsonja]

He's mentioned it quite a few times in the past, such as praising 'Spy who loved me' when promoting Tenet and talking about in when doing 'Desert Island Discs' a few years ago so it does seem to be a desire from him to do it or at least show his love for the franchise.

[@MrJ3]

I think Nolan's films all share an unmistakable DNA. When you watch a Nolan movie, you can immediately tell it's a Nolan movie. In a sense, if you've seen one, you've seen them all. With that in mind, I am trying to imagine how Bond would fare if it was Nolan-ified. I am not sure it's a good match.

[@spenser9908]

Nolan's basically student film level Ridley Scott.

[@pharotman2311]

No! We need a director to take us back to a Moore/Brosnan style of Bond. Craig was good but his movies were a little too serious.

[@awsom50]

Nolan will only ever entertain the idea of directing a Bond movie if a) he has a reasonable amount of control and b) if it's at a time when he can imprint his own style with a new Bond... so in other words, if it's ever gonna happen, it's going to be now. I really hope it does - such a great film maker and can you imagine how amazing Bond would look in IMAX?? Also, Nolan always places a huge importance on music, so i'm in already.

[@billkoenig1552]

I'm conflicted. We got Nolan-lite with Skyfall (Mendes acknowledged Nolan's Batman movies were an influence). But would pure Nolan mean more dark? Bond may need a lighter approach after the five Craig films. Also, as discussed in the video, Nolan is used to having control.

[@Laissez-faire402]

Dark does not equal better. I want to see a return of over-the-top Bond.

[@RobertK1993]

​@@Laissez-faire402DAD a bit with Craig serious dark gritty tone

[@irishspagetti6565]

I keep saying this but we just got off of a run of Nolan style Bond movies, Skyfall, Spectre and NTTD were very much like the tone that Nolan goes for, I think we need a return to a classic lighthearted Bond like how Brosnan was able to pull off

[@SameerKumar-zy7uq]

Considering they allowed Bond to Die is there really a compromise left bigger than that ! Nolan has a clear view, love and direction for the character. We also can expect he would make more than one.

[@nathanthomas5133]

They only allowed the death because it was Daniel Craigs price for coming back to do a final film.

[@SameerKumar-zy7uq]

@@nathanthomas5133 exactly I don’t think Cubby would have allowed it. Nolan really respects the films so he would also be respectful towards it.

[@pedroleum2]

Agree, that was more of a Daniel thing.

[@jamesatkinsonja]

@@SameerKumar-zy7uq Lets be honest, Cubby was a trend chaser-he was happy to take Bond into space to cash in on star wars-so you can't rule him out wanting to emulate Logan although we'll never know and of course Fleming flirted with killing off Bond [FRWL and YOLT].

[@jamesatkinsonja]

Craig has said the death was partly motivated for a 'clean slate' so Bond 26 could be a hard reboot without having to follow his stories and Nolan has said his Bond would need to be a hard reboot like his Batman films were.

[@abrahamicreligionsbowbefor3585]

I don't want a single Bond worked on DURING this strike after Quantum of Solace's problems...

[@treadstone1970]

Why not hand the franchise over to Nolan and Syncopy. He seems more interested than Babs. She only seems more interested in her little art house and theatre projects nobody watches or are even aware exist. Bond needs a dedicated showrunner not a part time caretaker.

[@greatwuta]

You are so right about this

[@treadstone1970]

@@greatwuta it's been four years since NTTD wrapped filming with zero sign of any new Bond movie on the horizon. Not being helped by the current strikes which will only push any potential new movie back another year or two.

[@jamesatkinsonja]

@@treadstone1970 Given how covid has pushed up the budgets on films made in 2020-2021 and now the strikes there probably glad they are not entering production during this period, especialy given NTTD was pretty troubled.

[@jamesatkinsonja]

Nolan would not be a 'dedicated showrunner' as he'd like Barbara B would also probably like to make other films along side Bond and only a trilogy at most before moving on. Barbara B has been involved in Bond for 40 years as her first film was Octopussy and has always done side projects [like stage productions of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang]. Trying to compare the production schedule to the rate 20 years ago is like apples and oranges.

[@bikes_of_bond]

I agree with you! Nolan won't let EON tell him how his bind film will have to be. Still a big fan of Guy Ritchie though.

[@jamesatkinsonja]

Ritchie did 'Aladdin' for Disney as he needed a hit but felt like 'work for hire' under the studio system so he probably works best doing his own thing.

[@Goriot7]

In my own opinion it would be great to see Nolan’s Bond movies but only without interfering of producers

[@samkronis]

Yes, with Murphy as Bond??? Great idea, but he would have to have his freedom. 👍🍸🇬🇧

[@togoboldly]

Christopher Nolan revived the Batman series and Batman remained the reason people went to see those movies. James Bond as a brand is bigger than Nolan and while he would put his own signature on Bond, I think he would likely apply the same appreciation for the character and the mythology and the foundation of Bond as he did with Bats. That being said, I wouldn't mind seeing Eon Productions loosen the reigns and go for directors like Christopher Nolan, who bring their own creative freedom to Bond, with the movies being stand-alone stories rather than tied in - theres nothing to suggest that each movie from 26 onwards can't be a stand-alone story with a different actor playing Bond each time, bringing a new take on the character with a different director bringing their own style to the character and story. Nolan's Bond would be very much in his style, but after Nolan, could you get another director to take on Bond in their style. I think at this point in it's history, James Bond is bigger than any one person and any one director - whether you're name is Christopher Nolan or not., it's James freekin' Bond

[@crmznize]

'James Bond' is a brand and so is 'A Christopher Nolan film'. There obviously will be some conflict of interest that will tilt the scale either way. So we need to be sure what we're wishing for, a quintessential Bond flick or a Nolan film.

[@aasuntory459]

Nolan should absolutely write and direct Bond 26. And EON has no reason not to trust him with more creative freedom than they have given any previous Bond director. The man is a huge Bond fan and is very experienced directing big budget spectacle movies.

[@lennydaiglejr3094]

It can be argued that.the best films of many prominent directors were produced with them not having full control and working under certain constraints and restraints. Sometimes full control results in over indulgence, excess and often convoluted storytelling. Nolan may benefit from a little structure.

[@freddierodriguez3036]

Bring on a new series with the likes of Inception (Beautiful costume design/clear dialogue communicated verbally and visually) and Batman (Cape (suit) Bondmobile) ONLY if he’s given full control. Bond is the story and it needs a Director to deliver the story to TODAY’S audience.

[@nathanthomas5133]

‘When the time is right’ also means when there is no actor in place, as he would definitely want to be able to cast (or at least have casting approval) for the lead actor so it would need to be when the part is vacant (as it is now). The Broccoli’s are getting old now & may be more willing to loosen their grip. If the Broccoli’s don’t know where to take it next Nolan definitely has ideas on what he wants to do with it.

[@pedroleum2]

Spot on!

[@Churchofthefathers]

I think he’ll be awesome and seems like the right time for Christopher Nolan to give us a take on 007 there’s still so much from the books that haven’t made it to film spoiler alert. Don’t read any further if you haven’t read Moonraker… My favorite book in the series so far is Moonraker not that it’s the most action pack book but because I feel like it left the most impact on me at the end. So far this is the only bond book where he doesn’t get the girl at the end, but the chemistry of the two throughout the book is so palpable The reader is waiting for the moment, where they finally get to be together at the end, and when they don’t, it is such a cliffhanger, but also true to reality both of them were spies, and the woman was engaged in real life, and had to put that aside for the good of her country on mission to read her walking away from bond at the end was such a cliffhanger and so unexpected. We have yet to see something like that in a bond film and I think it would be a pleasant surprise and a welcomed change to actually see the amazing double oh spy, not get the girl at the end for once lol not that he couldn’t because he’s not amazing but because this woman who is a great spy, had a real life, she had to put aside until the job is done and desires to return to that life in spite of wanting to be with bond anyway just my thoughts, incredible book action packed the card matches in this book are fantastic. Must read if anyone has not read Moonraker.

[@jamesatkinsonja]

They did adapt Moonraker for Die Another Day. Nolan sort of did that climax for 'Batman Begins' with Rachel [which continues into 'the Dark Knight'].

[@unsolicited577]

I just uploaded my take on Nolan potentially directing a Bond film. I really think the main issue is creative control. He’s certainly got the technical chops and could craft something special and could expand the possibilities as to could happen in a Bond film. I just don’t see EON ceding a lot of creative control to Nolan. Love your thoughts on this!

[@crmznize]

Christopher McQuarrie is THE BEST director at the moment, considering how good the last 3 Mission Impossible movies were.

[@RobertK1993]

Dead Reckoning Part One has no Part Two😂

[@frankplaister125]

I think I read an interview he did while promoting Tenet where he said he'd written a script that was good to go. I don't know whether that formed part of the discussion with the producers. As you said, if Nolan's vision & Eon's don't align, then it won't happen. That said, I'd love to see what he could do with it given a chance. In the Josh Horowitz interview, he did say Aaron Taylor-Johnson was a good actor. So who knows. I think my money though is on Denis Villeneuve for the next one.

[@jamesatkinsonja]

Taylor-Johnson was in Nolan's Tenet towards the end so that would make sense for Nolan. I'd love to see Villeneuve's take on the character too.

[@tashrif46]

He will be sort of like a Peter Hunt or Martin Campbell type of figure. I dont think he will do a John Glen where he directs 5 movies.

[@sodiumlights]

Only if he is not in control of the sound-mix. I prefer to hear and understand what dialogue is being spoken and not assaulted with a constantly booming score. There is no way EON would ever allow he his usual level of control though. Will Bond's first scene involve walking out of a shower declaring everything just a dream I wonder?

[@JLeoni96]

Absolutely agree 👍 background and the music always overwhelm the dialogue.

[@sodiumlights]

@@JLeoni96 Bond is a thrill ride, but being subjected to the smart-arse directors 'feel' is not gonna work. I adored most of NoTimeToDie. (why didn't Coline Defaud get an Oscar??)

[@JLeoni96]

@sodiumlights I don't know, what is the criteria these day's for winning an Oscar 🤔 there was some really good parts to no time to die for me. I didn't like the woman with the chip on her shoulder, still disagree with the ending. I'm guessing they'll just do the same with every new bond introduction and carry it on, minus the Bobby Ewing 🫰

[@sodiumlights]

@@JLeoni96 Nomi was the mirror of Bond; cocky, self-assured, arrogant even. She was excellent, but sadly under-developed in terms of narrative.

[@jamesatkinsonja]

@@sodiumlights They do give her an arc in fairness-going from an cocky upstart working against Bond in Cuba to gaining respect for him, giving him his 007 number back and fighting along side him at the end.

[@lutherfox5744]

There's a slim chance that a Nolan Bond movie would ever happen. He's not the type of storyteller who's willing to compromise his vision.

[@nicholassheffo5723]

The original word a few years ago was that Nolan wanted to do a trilogy and have Tom Hardy as Bond. Once the strikes are over sometime next year and The Broccolis make a decision, along with Jeff Bezos hopefully will to fund each film at $400 to $500 Million each, it would be great!

[@nobleskywalker4639]

Give him creative control and let him make the movie he wants to

[@wolfbrite8871]

Christopher Nolan would be the ideal choice to direct the new Bond film, just as Henry Cavill would be the perfect actor to play our favourite secret agent. And Nathan Crowley should be selected as the Lead Production Designer. Nolan and Crowley have already proven their competence and frankly, sheer brilliance, in 'Tenet', which is one Hell of an exciting epic secret agent cinematic outing!

[@questlive2338]

Yes... Yes he should... and Hugh Jackman should be his Bond... and it should take place in the 60's... Giancarlo Esposito should be the primary villain... This is the way

[@QTheMusicShow]

Interesting points...i'd love to see him do it, but the one thing everyone forgets, the score would be awful for Bond. He always goes for a particular sound that wouldnt align with what we want!

[@markhoare4733]

Hi David, the one aspect of this you didn't cover was Michael G Wilson and his likelihood, or not, of continuing with the franchise. If he is looking to bow out at this point and leave Barbara to continue, she may well be looking to someone like Christopher Nolan to Direct, AND Produce alongside her.The conversation they may have had is probably the same that Danny Boyle had, but this time up front of any decisions being made. If Christopher Nolan is the fan we believe him to be, and he would need to be of the ilk of a David Arnold, he may well just put the "Star" firmly on Bond and less on himself, which would make for a really exciting proposition. It would also open the possibility of a Christopher Nolan Trilogy of films with a one actor / Bond arc, similar to the Craig era, and as he did with Batman. The question today might not be, Who's replacing Daniel? but Who's replacing Michael? Is that a Christopher Nolan? After all, Daniel had co-Producer credit for Spectre. Your thoughts?

[@pedroleum2]

Good point!

[@jamesatkinsonja]

Wilson's son's are quite prominent in Eon so there likely to replace him. They do seem much more open to giving creatives for freedom-Sam Mendes got to pick the crew and supervise stories on his films for example. I'd expect Nolan's Bond to be it's own continuity.

[@markhoare4733]

@@jamesatkinsonja Yes, there’s Greg Wilson who has already been primed to take Michael’s Producer role. That in itself could take the franchise off in an interesting direction too as he puts his mark on it. Very exciting times, just wish they’d get on with it.

[@nobbys007]

Interesting observations and predictions David 😎.... Before "who will be the next Bond' and "who will direct" there are definitely several other factors before these questions can at least be 'guessed' at... With EON's tight grip on the reins slipping slightly by letting Bond die (Or has he? 😲😎)... Was / is this a sign that EON has some plans to change its stance in order to 'Keep up with the Jones's'... To keep Bond fresh and to lay upon the franchise a big defribulator to give it a whack into the future? Or the past? Maybe? So, if EON do this and let their protective guard down a little, would this guard be low enough to let a Director to put their stamp on the franchise? Are EON about to hand down to a younger generation under them (Gregg Wilson etch) and are simply giving him a clean slate to make things easier? We can only guess at the plans that EON have planned, and plans they must have indeed. Everyone has their own take on the future of Bond and what way it should go... For me personally, I would like to see a Director who is good at the character building and presentation of the character, for instance : look how Spielberg portrayed and built Oscar Schindler... and the characters in the film 'Amistaad' - that sort of character introduction and we grow with them once again - if indeed it is a reboot? If there is no reboot and we stay as is, then a fresh face for Bond ( my fav was Aidan Turner) and with more modern NASA borrowed tech gadgets (no vanishing cars) a 'Kingsman' type of slant to the on-screen conflicts and a baddie like Sir Anthony Hopkins with a silver quarter skull.... Off we go again 😁 All this is assuming Bond is actually dead? Safins garden had (quote) 'not all plants harm' (unquote) what villan would make a killing nanobot without an antidote? Why is Bond above Safins garden when the blast comes? Imagine if EON do bring back Daniel and say "April Fool".... Anything can happen on the next 2byears - watch this space! 💥🇬🇧🎬👍🍻😎

[@jamesatkinsonja]

There was certainly a 'clean slate' desire with the ending of NTTD as the Craig plot lines are ended and Bond 26 can be a fresh start/hard reboot.

[@jamesatkinsonja]

I understand fans like to combine 'wish list' suggestions but bolting them onto Nolan's directing a Bond film doesn't particularly fit like Henry Cavill as Bond [Nolan's never cast him for a film he's directed and the leads in Batman Begins+ Tenet were in there 30's] or a period piece /novel adaption [Which was Tarantino's pitch and all Nolan's action films have been contemporary]. It's similar to putting Henry Cavil and a 60's setting together when he's already done 'Man from uncle' and would feel repetitive [possibly even to Cavill himself]. Not denying this could happen and it's mostly 'just for fun' but I don't really see it.

[@johnathantownsley6170]

I think it would be amazing, Christopher Nolan what direct next bond movie. My thoughts are Nolan will probably direct the next movie, and I think the lead actor he would choose to play bond would be Robert Patterson.

[@jamesatkinsonja]

I assume Patterson is out of the running given he's tied up with Matt Reeves Batman. Aaron Taylor-Johnson was also in Tenet but it might be a fresh choice.

[@johnathantownsley6170]

@@jamesatkinsonja I know, I think that to that Patterson is out. But as a fan Bond for years I think you would be perfect he has the right look and he’s British It would be cool to see.

[@MarkThompson-nu7pd]

Nolan would make a great Bond movie, but who would be able to follow it. I think he'd need to sign up for 3 with one actor also on for 3, and that seems unlikely. I think he'd make 3 great ones, but there would be a lost opportunity of 3 other original Nolan movies, and I'd really rather have those plus Bond films under another director.

[@JSmith-gs5uo]

In my opinion Christopher Nolan is the only options right now. Imagine a Aaron taylor johnson as bond and Cillian Murphy as the villain.