Welcome to the all new James Bond Australia monthly newsletter where we delve into all of the latest James Bond news including film, literature, gaming, breaking news, merchandise, events and more!
Rebel Wilson Says She Auditioned for Bond 26
In an interview with Variety during the Cannes Film Festival, Australian actress and comedian Rebel Wilson has revealed that last year she auditioned for an unspecified role in the next James Bond film.
On His Majesty’s Secret Service by Charlie Higson (UK Release)
To mark the coronation of King Charles III, Ian Fleming Publications have published On His Majesty’s Secret Service by Charlie Higson.
“It is the 4th of May, two days before the coronation of King Charles III and the world’s favourite spy has his work cut out for him. Bond is sent at the last minute to thwart an attempt to disrupt the Coronation by the wealthy, eccentric and self-styled Athelstan of Wessex, who is on a deadly mission of his own to teach the United Kingdom a lesson. Can Bond dismantle his shady plans and defeat his privately hired team of mercenaries?”
On His Majesty’s Secret Service is now available in the UK. An Australian release date has yet to be announced.
For King and Country Issue 002
Dynamite Comics have released For King and Country Issue 002.
“Branded as traitors, 007 and 003 rush to clear their names and stop the wanton destruction of the mysterious Myrmidon. But hot on their heels is the new 002, an agent with few morals and a license to kill...”
James Bond 1oz Silver Minted Mini Coin from the Perth Mint
The Perth Mint has unveiled the new James Bond 1oz Silver Minted Mini Coin, the first in a series of 007 precious chibi character coins.
The coin, struck from 1oz of 99.99% pure silver, is part of a series of 2,500 coins, and is now available from the Perth Mint and 007 Store.
James Bond Legacy Series Timothy Dalton 1oz Silver Proof Coin from the Perth Mint
The Perth Mint pays tribute to Timothy Dalton with the release of a special silver proof coin.
The coin, struck from 1oz of 99.99% pure silver, is part of a numbered series of 5,000 pieces, and is now available from the Perth Mint and 007 Store.
Casino Royale 70th Anniversary US Paperback Edition
Ian Fleming Publications have released the 70th Anniversary Paperback Edition of Casino Royale in the United States.
Ian Fleming: The Complete Man by Nicholas Shakespeare
Ian Fleming: The Complete Man by Nicholas Shakespeare will be published by Penguin Books on 3 October 2023.
“A fresh portrait of the man behind James Bond, and his enduring impact, by an award-winning biographer with unprecedented access to the Fleming family papers.
Nicholas Shakespeare is one of the most gifted biographers working today. His talent for uncovering material that casts new light on his subjects is fully evident in this masterful, definitive biography. His unprecedented access to the Fleming archive and his nose for a story make this a fresh and eye-opening picture of the man and his famous creation.”
The Sean Connery Paradox
The Sean Connery Paradox leaves SBS On Demand on 30 June 2023.
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