India, March 9 -- The James Bond franchise has been abuzz with speculation regarding the iconic character's future, particularly with regards to his gender, since Daniel Craig's departure. However, following Amazon MGM taking creative control of the 007 franchise, it is being reported that the beloved spy will remain a male and British, putting an end to rumours of a potential gender swap. Also read: Can James Bond Be Licensed to Thrill Again?

Ever since Amazon Studios took control of the franchise from Barbara Broccoli and Michael G Wilson, fans have been worried about the future of James Bond.

Now, according to a report by Daily Mail newspaper, an internal memo was circulated at the studio "stipulating the spy will not change gender o...