India, Feb. 21 -- The bombshell announcement that Amazon MGM Studios will be gaining creative control of the James Bond franchise has fans in shock. On Thursday, Variety reported that long-time producers and custodians of 007, Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli, would be stepping back. This gives Amazon the right to call the shots about the franchise, including casting the new Bond. But fans are less than enthused. (Also read: Jeff Bezos flexes his latest luxury purchase, the James Bond franchise; asks who should be the next 007)

As the news was shared online, fans commented upon the change, raising fears about Amazon Studios' ability to handle the franchise. "It's over. RIP Bond. 1962-2025," wrote one in a rather macabre fashion. An...