Octopussy

Josh Brolin nearly became James Bond in the 1980s, but a last-minute twist changed his career forever. Discover how this close call shaped his path and why fans now want Henry Cavill to take on the iconic role.

In the 1990s, MGM came close to shelving James Bond for good, considering a new spy franchise amid legal and marketing troubles. The iconic agent survived, but the story behind the studio’s drastic plans is a wild ride.