"Steve Knight, the mind behind 'Peaky Blinders', pens a script for the upcoming 'James Bond' movie" - "Steven Knight, the mastermind behind 'Peaky Blinders', is penning a script for an upcoming James Bond film."
In a significant development for the iconic James Bond franchise, it has been confirmed that Denis Villeneuve will be directing the next installment. This announcement, made in late June 2022, marks the first official update about the film since the release of "No Time to Die" in 2021.
Villeneuve, known for his successful work on the science fiction series "Dune," will be taking the reigns from Cary Joji Fukunaga, who directed "No Time to Die." The screenwriter for this upcoming Bond film is none other than Steven Knight, best known for creating the gangster series "Peaky Blinders" and writing films such as "Eastern Promises" and "Allied."
However, it's important to note that, as of now, Knight's involvement in the writing of the new Bond film is not yet confirmed. The identity of the new James Bond is also uncertain, with several names in the running, including Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Tom Holland, Harris Dickinson, Jacob Elordi, and Rami Malek.
The new Bond film will be a continuation of the franchise, following the events of "No Time to Die." Contrary to speculation, the film will not be set in early 20th-century industrial England, like "Peaky Blinders," nor will it be set in Birmingham, the city where "Peaky Blinders" is based.
The production and release date for the new Bond film have yet to be announced. Since the debut of the James Bond films in 1962, based on Ian Fleming's novels, the series has grossed over $7 billion (around €6 billion) worldwide. The next film promises to continue the franchise's legacy under the creative direction of Amazon MGM Studios, who have recently gained control of the James Bond intellectual property rights.
This new creative era for the Bond franchise is set to bring exciting changes, with Amy Pascal and David Heyman producing the film alongside Villeneuve. Stay tuned for more updates as the production of Bond 26 progresses.
[1] Amazon MGM Studios Press Release, July 31, 2025. [2] Deadline Hollywood, August 1, 2025. [3] Variety, August 2, 2025. [4] Empire Online, August 3, 2025.
- Steven Knight, who is known for creating the gangster series "Peaky Blinders" and writing films like "Eastern Promises" and "Allied," has reportedly been tapped to write the screenplay for the upcoming "James Bond" film.
- This upcoming "James Bond" film, which is being directed by Denis Villeneuve and produced by Amy Pascal and David Heyman, will not be part of the "Peaky Blinders" universe as it is not set in Birmingham, England or based in early 20th-century industrial England.
