W hat does a James Bond movie directed by Denis Villeneuve look like? That has become a significant question for 007 fans in recent days, as the acclaimed filmmaker behind Blade R

Lately, the James Bond franchise has gone through some major changes, especially with the departure of Daniel Craig, who brought a new kind of depth to the character. With Denis Villeneuve now chosen to direct the next spy film,

In the 50-plus years of James Bond, the wait between films has never gone longer than six years. The next entry, and first since Daniel Craig’s dramatic exit, may test that — but things are speeding up.