James Bond Sets 2026 Theatrical Return

Published Sep 15, 2026, 2:43 PM EDT Rianna is the Movie News Editor for ScreenRant. After earning her BA in Film Studies, she began her career as an entertainment writer, contributing to several publications before joining ScreenRant. Her dissertation on the impact of streaming on traditional cinema sharpened her focus on the ever-evolving world of film and media. With 10 years in the industry, Rianna continues to cover the stories she loves while also advocating for awareness and representation of rare disabilities, such as Moebius Syndrome, which she lives with. James Bond is heading back to theaters. James Bond is an iconic franchise that began with the novels written by British author Ian Fleming. The first novel, Casino Royale, was released in 1953 as a spy thriller and became one of the most successful media empires in history. The writer drew inspiration from his own experiences during World War II working in the British Naval Intelligence Division, with Bond being a combination of secret agents he had met. Since that first novel, the entire film franchise has now grossed over $7 billion worldwide. To celebrate its 20th anniversary, the beloved James Bond movie Casino Royale will be heading back to theaters worldwide in October. Amazon MGM Studios confirmed the news across social media with the iconic 007 himself, Daniel Craig. At the time of writing, there is no official release date, but rather a release window of October. More to come...