Amazon MGM has assumed creative control of the James Bond franchise, marking the end of decades of family management. Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli will step aside while retaining co-ownership of the James Bond intellectual property rights. Wilson mentioned, "I am stepping back from producing the James Bond films to focus on art and charitable projects." Mike Hopkins expressed enthusiasm for guiding the upcoming chapter of 007 for global audiences, saying, "We look forward to ushering in the next phase of the legendary 007."