Denis Villeneuve’s new James Bond movie has officially found a writer for the highly anticipated next entry in the James Bond universe. Who is writing the new James Bond movie? Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight has been tapped to write the new James Bond movie.

As the upcoming James Bond 26 continues to staff up, the search for the next face of Ian Fleming’s literary legend seems to draw closer. Another piece fell into place today, as Denis Villeneuve’s next gig after Dune: Part Three now has a writer.

The next James Bond movie is already taking shape, with a seasoned storyteller set to bring Villeneuve’s vision to life. Denis Villeneuve, the visionary filmmaker behind “Dune” and “Arrival,” is officially stepping into the world of 007.