Cary Fukunaga to direct 'James Bond 25' which is set to release on Valentine's Day 2020

'True Detective' and 'Maniac's' Cary Joji Fukunaga has been named the director for the next James Bond franchise, with Daniel Craig reprising his role.

James Bond is no longer in limbo as it has a new boss. Today, Eon Productions and MGM announced the new director for Bond 25.

'True Detective' and 'Maniac's' Cary Joji Fukunaga has been named the director for the next 007 franchise, with Daniel Craig reprising his role as the man with the license to kill. Filming will begin on March 4, 2019, at Pinewood Studios ahead of a worldwide release date of February 14, 2020. It is not yet revealed if there will be a traditional earlier release in the UK. "We are delighted to be working with Cary. His versatility and innovation make him an excellent choice for our next James Bond adventure," said Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli in a statement.

GET THE BIGGEST ENTERTAINMENT STORIES
STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX.

MORE STORIES

Tom Rhys Harries' Matt Hagen loses control after a risky treatment turns his body and mind against him, with the latest trailer featuring body horror.
4 hours ago
A24’s new Hollywood drama follows a comeback story filled with ambition, setbacks and chances, with Chris Rock marking his first feature since 2014.
6 hours ago
The Netflix documentary revisits how a stalking case against Michelle Hadley unraveled into a framing plot.
7 hours ago
Pictures of Jennifer Garner and Judy Greer on set raise fresh questions about their roles in Netflix's much-awaited reboot
12 hours ago
The upcoming animated remake will give horror fans another reason to revisit the terrifying classic
14 hours ago
Kaylee Hottle's character is an orphaned Iwi native whom Kong rescues from Skull Island
15 hours ago
Will Smith’s upcoming thriller has landed its first major co-star. Here’s everything we know about the mystery-filled prison drama so far.
17 hours ago
The ‘Other Mommy’ preview that left ‘The Odyssey’ moviegoers shaken is now online. Here is what makes the Jessica Chastain horror film so unsettling.
18 hours ago
Jason Statham’s meta action-comedy ‘Jason Statham Stole My Bike’ expands its cast as it gears up for its 2027 theatrical debut.
1 day ago
Peter Parker faces Hulk and a hidden threat as Marvel previews the next chapter of Tom Holland’s Spider-Man story.
1 day ago