Amazon Prime Video has quietly removed its controversial “James Bond” artwork after facing widespread criticism for digitally erasing 007’s signature firearm from classic promotional images. The edited posters, unveiled last week on the Prime Video UK platform, showed the iconic British spy without his trademark Walther PPK, a move that fans quickly slammed as unnecessary censorship.&nbsp;The updated thumbnails for Bond films such as Dr. No, GoldenEye, and A View to a Kill replaced the pistol with awkwardly posed arms or cropped frames, leading to what fans called “a disarmed Bond.” In one instance, Roger Moore’s arms appeared digitally lengthened to remove his weapon entirely, prompting confusion and ridicule online.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/dwayne-johnson-reacts-to-career-low-opening-of-the-smashing-machine-here-s-what-he-said-1759840099162">Dwayne Johnson reacts to career-low opening of The Smashing Machine</a>&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">They photoshopped all the guns out of the James Bond movie thumbnails. Just in case you still had hope for Amazon being in charge of the franchise. <a href="https://t.co/eeosPEPFnJ">pic.twitter.com/eeosPEPFnJ</a>&mdash; John A. Douglas (@J0hnADouglas) <a href="https://twitter.com/J0hnADouglas/status/1974160271448174917?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Fans call out “cultural vandalism”</h2>The backlash was swift. Writer Scott McCrea labeled the edits “nothing less than cultural vandalism,” while author John A. Douglas shared the altered posters on X with the caption, “They photoshopped all the guns out of the James Bond movie thumbnails. Just in case you still had hope for Amazon being in charge of the franchise.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/before-the-conjuring-last-rites-streams-on-ott-watch-these-7-chilling-horror-thrillers-on-netflix-prime-and-more-1759838913201">Before The Conjuring: Last Rites streams on OTT, watch these 7 horror thrillers</a>&nbsp;Actor Rufus Jones also weighed in with his trademark humour, quipping, “Amazon have removed the guns from their Bond posters, giving the tantalising impression that Sean Connery and Pierce Brosnan think you’re a wanker.”&nbsp;Other users joined the mockery, posting comments like “just being disarming, darling,” and “Sneak peek of the upcoming James Bond remasters in 8K.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/got-spinoff-when-and-where-to-watch-prequel-series-a-knight-of-the-seven-kingdoms-1759836686396">GOT spinoff: When &amp; where to watch prequel series A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms</a><h2>Amazon backs down after James Bond Day</h2>The uproar coincided with James Bond Day on October 5, an occasion meant to celebrate the legacy of the spy franchise. Instead, fans accused Amazon of “sanitizing” one of cinema’s most iconic characters. Following the backlash, Prime Video swiftly replaced the doctored images with standard film stills, notably, none featuring Bond holding a gun.&nbsp;While Amazon has yet to issue an official statement, Deadline reports confirmed that the streamer “quietly” removed the altered artwork from its UK listings.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/is-marty-supreme-timothee-chalamet-s-best-role-yet-early-reactions-say-yes-1759832028020">Is Marty Supreme Timothee Chalamet’s best role yet? Early reactions say yes!</a><h2>A warning sign for the future of 007?</h2>The controversy arises as Amazon MGM Studios prepares for the next chapter of the Bond franchise, reportedly under the direction of Denis Villeneuve. Some fans fear the censorship signals a more “sanitized” future for the spy once known for his suave ruthlessness.&nbsp;One X user said, “Bond without his gun is like Batman without his cape- you’ve stripped away the very symbol of who he is.”&nbsp; &nbsp;

Amazon Prime Video has quietly edited James Bond posters by removing 007’s signature firearm from classic promotional images, leading to backlash from fans. 

Amazon Prime Video has quietly removed its controversial “James Bond” artwork after facing widespread criticism for digitally erasing 007’s signature firearm from classic promotional images. The edited posters, unveiled last week on the Prime Video UK platform, showed the iconic British spy without his trademark Walther PPK, a move that fans quickly slammed as unnecessary censorship. The updated thumbnails for Bond films such as Dr. No, GoldenEye, and A View to a Kill replaced the pistol with awkwardly posed arms or cropped frames, leading to what fans called “a disarmed Bond.” In one instance, Roger Moore’s arms appeared digitally lengthened to remove his weapon entirely, prompting confusion and ridicule online. Also Read: Dwayne Johnson reacts to career-low opening of The Smashing Machine

Amazon Prime Video has quietly edited James Bond posters by removing 007’s signature firearm from classic promotional images, leading to backlash from fans.&nbsp;

Did Amazon really disarm James Bond? Fans react to edited posters

James Bond's new movie 'No Time To Die' is raking big numbers at the international box office.&nbsp; 
 
Daniel Craig final outing as the&nbsp;iconic British spy shook&nbsp;the overseas box office&nbsp;with a mighty $119 million from 54 foreign markets. 
 
As per Variety, Universal Pictures notes that 'No Time to Die' is the first Hollywood release in the pandemic era to collect more than $100 million without a China release. &nbsp;The movie will release in China on October 29.&nbsp;

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The spy film's new box office galore comes from countries like the United Kingdom, South Korea, Denmark, Germany, Italy, Sweden, Switzerland, Hong Kong and others.&nbsp; 
 
The movie notched the biggest three-day total in the United Kingdom and Ireland, where it generated $25.6 million over the weekend. In 21 countries, including the UK, Germany ($14.7 million) and Hong Kong ($2.9 million), Daniel Craig secured the best debut for a pandemic release.&nbsp; 
 
As per&nbsp;reports, in India, the movie has collected Rs 12.50 crore in its first weekend.&nbsp;

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The film will open in another 15 international territories in the coming days, including France (October. 6), Russia (October. 7) and North America (October. 8). 
 
'No Time to Die', the 25th instalment in the franchise and Daniel Craig`s last portrayal of the spy, was pushed back three times as its makers waited for good time to release the movie.

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James Bond's new movie 'No Time To Die' is raking big numbers at the international box office. Daniel Craig final outing as the iconic British spy shook the overseas box office with a mighty $119 million from 54 foreign markets.

James Bond's new movie 'No Time To Die' is raking big numbers at the international box office. Daniel Craig final outing as the iconic British spy shook the overseas box office with a mighty $119 million from 54 foreign markets. As per Variety, Universal Pictures notes that 'No Time to Die' is the first Hollywood release in the pandemic era to collect more than $100 million without a China release. The movie will release in China on October 29. 'James Bond' actor Daniel Craig to receive star on Hollywood Walk of Fame The spy film's new box office galore comes from countries like the United Kingdom, South Korea, Denmark, Germany, Italy, Sweden, Switzerland, Hong Kong and others. The movie notched the biggest three-day total in the United Kingdom and Ireland, where it generated $25.6 million over the weekend. In 21 countries, including the UK, Germany ($14.7 million) and Hong Kong ($2.9 million), Daniel Craig secured the best debut for a pandemic release. As per reports, in India, the movie has collected Rs 12.50 crore in its first weekend. Klopp as Bond? Liverpool boss has his say on next 007 after Daniel Craig suggested he could be a good fit The film will open in another 15 international territories in the coming days, including France (October. 6), Russia (October. 7) and North America (October. 8). 'No Time to Die', the 25th instalment in the franchise and Daniel Craig`s last portrayal of the spy, was pushed back three times as its makers waited for good time to release the movie. Also read: 'No Time To Die' review: Daniel Craig bows out with a bang

Daniel Craig starrer ‘No Time to Die’ storms international box office

Daniel Craig has said goodbye to his most iconic role of 007, but now Craig is sharing his feelings about the next James Bond who takes over the chair.&nbsp; 
 
In a recent appearance on The Graham Norton Show, Craig jokingly shared about being “incredibly bitter” when a new 007 will be announced after his upcoming movie, 'No Time To Die', his last as the iconic character. 
 
The actor told Norton&nbsp;that he believed 2015’s 'Spectre' would be his final-time playing the&nbsp;iconic secret agent, Nonetheless,&nbsp;he is finally moving on after 'No Time To Die' role. 
 
“I thought that was it. And I’m really, really happy that I was given the opportunity to come back and do [No Time to Die],” the star said, “because we’ve sort of wrapped up a lot of the stories. And just a chance to come do one more was wonderful.” 
 
Talking further, he shared how emotional it was to say goodbye, noting that playing Bond was 16 years of his life. 
 
"It’s been incredible to do these films,"&nbsp;he said. "It’s very emotional. I’m glad I am ending it on my own terms. I’m grateful to the producers for letting me do that. But I sure miss it." 
 
''I’ll probably be incredibly bitter when the new person takes over.'' He Joked.&nbsp; 
 
Talking about the release of the film after an 18 months delay, he said, ''It's a big deal. We originally closed down Times Square and then nothing.''

 
''We're in a brilliant position now as the studio held its nerve about a cinema release. It would have been a tragedy if it had been streamed.'' 
 
Craig, Léa Seydoux, Lashana Lynch, and Rami Malek was also&nbsp;present at the Norton show, and while talking to the host, the cast didn't reveal anything about the plot. ''It’s shrouded in mystery because we’ve been delayed for so long and we were worried about it getting out so we locked it down," they said. 
 
“We haven’t shown it to anyone, but we are confident it is very good, and we want people to experience it in the cinema. There’s a lot going on in the movie, but I don’t want to give anything away. I can say we start where ‘Spectre’ left off, Madeleine and Bond have gone off into the sunset… and then as usual the s**t hits the fan!” 
 
Recently, a new video has emerged online featuring Daniel as he emotionally bid farewell to his role as James Bond. As per reports, A new Apple TV documentary, 'Being James Bond” includes footage from Craig’s last moments on set. 
 
‘No Time To Die’ will release in theatres worldwide including India on September 30.

Daniel Craig has said goodbye to his most iconic role of 007, but now Craig is sharing his feelings about the next James Bond who takes over the chair. In a recent appearance on The Graham Norton Show, Craig jokingly shared about being “incredibly bitter” when a new 007 will be announced after his upcoming movie, 'No Time To Die', his last as the iconic character.

Daniel Craig has said goodbye to his most iconic role of 007, but now Craig is sharing his feelings about the next James Bond who takes over the chair. In a recent appearance on The Graham Norton Show, Craig jokingly shared about being “incredibly bitter” when a new 007 will be announced after his upcoming movie, 'No Time To Die', his last as the iconic character. The actor told Norton that he believed 2015’s 'Spectre' would be his final-time playing the iconic secret agent, Nonetheless, he is finally moving on after 'No Time To Die' role. “I thought that was it. And I’m really, really happy that I was given the opportunity to come back and do [No Time to Die],” the star said, “because we’ve sort of wrapped up a lot of the stories. And just a chance to come do one more was wonderful.” Talking further, he shared how emotional it was to say goodbye, noting that playing Bond was 16 years of his life. "It’s been incredible to do these films," he said. "It’s very emotional. I’m glad I am ending it on my own terms. I’m grateful to the producers for letting me do that. But I sure miss it." ''I’ll probably be incredibly bitter when the new person takes over.'' He Joked. Talking about the release of the film after an 18 months delay, he said, ''It's a big deal. We originally closed down Times Square and then nothing.'' ''We're in a brilliant position now as the studio held its nerve about a cinema release. It would have been a tragedy if it had been streamed.'' Craig, Léa Seydoux, Lashana Lynch, and Rami Malek was also present at the Norton show, and while talking to the host, the cast didn't reveal anything about the plot. ''It’s shrouded in mystery because we’ve been delayed for so long and we were worried about it getting out so we locked it down," they said. “We haven’t shown it to anyone, but we are confident it is very good, and we want people to experience it in the cinema. There’s a lot going on in the movie, but I don’t want to give anything away. I can say we start where ‘Spectre’ left off, Madeleine and Bond have gone off into the sunset… and then as usual the s**t hits the fan!” Recently, a new video has emerged online featuring Daniel as he emotionally bid farewell to his role as James Bond. As per reports, A new Apple TV documentary, 'Being James Bond” includes footage from Craig’s last moments on set. ‘No Time To Die’ will release in theatres worldwide including India on September 30.

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'No Time To Die' may be the 25th film of the hit franchise but it still manages to give the audience the thrill. Two days after the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/no-time-to-die-teaser-is-here-daniel-craig-performs-death-defying-stunts-265771">teaser was shared on social media</a>, the makers released the first trailer of the film on Wednesday.&nbsp; 
 
The trailer has all that a typical <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/no-time-to-die-new-james-bond-film-posters-featuring-daniel-craig-and-rami-malek-are-here-266090">James Bond film</a> has- guns, girls, death-defying stunts and supercars! Perceived to be dead by many, Bond returns to settle some old scores and find out more about Madeline Swann's betrayal. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/james-bond-the-story-of-our-all-time-favourite-character-408#writer-ian-fleming-created-a-fictional-british-secret-service-agent-who-is-the-focus-of-the-james-bond-series-53479">Also see: The progression of world's fanmous spy on the big screen over the years.</a> 
 
The trailer shows Christoph Waltz as Blofeld briefly and gives a fleeting glimpse of Rami Malek- who plays the villain in the film.&nbsp;

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Directed by Cary Fukunaga, the film also features Ralph Fiennes as M, Naomie Harris, Ana De Armas and Léa Seydoux as Swann. 
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Set to release in April 2020, the trailer gives a sneak-peek into Bond's world, where even though the man is called back by M to report on duty, 007 is actually back for personal reasons.&nbsp;

'No Time To Die' may be the 25th film of the hit franchise but it still manages to give the audience the thrill. Two days after the teaser was shared on social media, the makers released the first trailer of the film on Wednesday.

'No Time To Die' may be the 25th film of the hit franchise but it still manages to give the audience the thrill. Two days after the teaser was shared on social media, the makers released the first trailer of the film on Wednesday. The trailer has all that a typical James Bond film has- guns, girls, death-defying stunts and supercars! Perceived to be dead by many, Bond returns to settle some old scores and find out more about Madeline Swann's betrayal. Also see: The progression of world's fanmous spy on the big screen over the years. The trailer shows Christoph Waltz as Blofeld briefly and gives a fleeting glimpse of Rami Malek- who plays the villain in the film. "Bond… James Bond” – The first trailer for #NoTimeToDie is here! In cinemas April 2020 #Bond25 #BondJamesBond pic.twitter.com/Xo1pSYHgbc — James Bond (@007) December 4, 2019 × Directed by Cary Fukunaga, the film also features Ralph Fiennes as M, Naomie Harris, Ana De Armas and Léa Seydoux as Swann. Set to release in April 2020, the trailer gives a sneak-peek into Bond's world, where even though the man is called back by M to report on duty, 007 is actually back for personal reasons.

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