Amazon-MGM is preparing a new phase for the James Bond series. The 26th film has been confirmed to be written by Steven Knight and directed by Denis Villeneuve, but the story, casting, and character development directions have not yet been disclosed. Regarding this new installment, a ComicBook commentary article proposed four series elements that should make a comeback.
Knight previously stated that he is drawing inspiration from modern espionage and counterintelligence agencies, and studying original author Ian Fleming's intelligence work experience during World War II. In his view, Bond has a folkloric quality and should not be completely bound by realistic logic.
The article first suggests reinforcing the customization of cars, weapons, and spy gadgets disguised as everyday items, arguing that the Daniel Craig era's pursuit of realism weakened such props. Secondly, the series could build a more complete and exaggerated espionage world, making organizations like SPECTRE just one part of many hostile factions, rather than attributing all events to a single conspiracy.
The other two suggestions concern characters and Bond himself. The article proposes reshaping femme fatales who can stand on equal footing with Bond and the villains, avoiding writing them as limited supporting roles; Bond's attire, wit, charm, seductiveness, and humor should once again become tools for his missions. These four points are the commentator's suggestions for the series' direction, not officially announced creative plans from the studio.