Welcome to the EYES ONLY newsletter.

Bond 26 seems to be on a roll with the writer now confirmed to be award-winning writer Steven Knight. Knight is best known for the series Peaky Blinders.

Not to everyone’s taste, but the second season of the Amazon show 007 Road To A Million will stream later this month. Let’s hope there’s more ‘James Bond’ in the show than just background locations and easter eggs. It would be nice if the contestants actually speak about Bond and have to show some knowledge about the films and books.

The long-awaited second edition of our friend Joe Darlington’s Being James Bond book has finally arrived, and will have a launch party to celebrate.

And Hot Toys announced a Commando Outfit version of their new 1/6 scale Daniel Craig figure.

But there’s more in this newsletter… so enjoy!

Remmert van Braam
founder BOND LIFESTYLE

NEWS

Meet the Contestants for 007: Road To A Million - Series Two

Prime Video unveiled the contestant line-up for Series Two of 007: Road To A Million, along with the global launch date.

BOOKS

Being James Bond: Volume One
Second Edition

The long-awaited Being James Bond: Volume One – Second Edition by Joseph Darlington is officially here.

Join the live launch event on August 16, 2025, at The Vault Brewing Company in Yardley, PA from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM (read more about the event).

Available now on Amazon for $24.99.

GAMES

007 First Light first Wishlist Milestone has been unlocked!

The first Wishlist Milestone for 007 First Light has been reached.

Over half a million people have wishlisted 007 First Light, which unlocks the Savanna Blue unique outfit and animated wallpapers (coming soon!).

007 First Light is coming in 2026.

GAMES

007 First Light is Made in Brighton

The 007 First Light game is developed by the Brighton team of IOI and the game developer has shared the fact with a group photo starring a 007-wrapped Range Rover Defender.

NEWS

Steven Knight announced as writer Bond 26

Amazon MGM Studios has announced that Steven Knight will write the script for the studio’s upcoming James Bond film.

MAGAZINE

007 MAGAZINE Launches Exclusive New James Bond Hardback Series

Graham Rye has released an exclusive new range of A4-sized hardback books from 007 Magazine and Archive Limited.

COLLECTING

TOSCA bag and Universal Exports plaque

Pete Brooker (From Tailors With Love / There Will Be Bond) was so kind to send me a gift package which contains a TOSCA bag from Quantum of Solace, including a small 3D-printed earpiece and a beautiful Universal Exports plaque, all created by Pete’s brother Matt.

If you’re interested in getting a personalized plaque or TOSCA bag and earpiece, send an email to [email protected]

COLLECTING

NTTD Commando Outfit Bond Figure revealed by Hot Toys

Hot Toys has unveiled its No Time To Die James Bond Commando Outfit 1/6th scale figure, capturing Daniel Craig’s intense final mission look. Featuring a battle-worn sculpt, tactical gear, heavy weaponry, and even his daughter’s Dou Dou bunny, this ultra-detailed collectible hits shelves Q3–Q4 2025.

007 STORE

Trespassers Will Be Eaten

The James Bond Trespassers Will Be Eaten Metal Sign - Live And Let Die Edition is a recreation of the archive sign.