Following the news that director Danny Boyle had departed Bond 25 earlier this week, now comes word that the film itself has been delayed.

Previously, the plan for the next Bond movie was for it to start production later this year ahead of an October 2019 release. Many had wondered whether Boyle’s exit would have a knock-on affect on the picture, and that has indeed proved to be the case.

There’s no new release date confirmed at this stage, although The Hollywood Reporter speculates that Bond 25 is likely to be booked in for a second half of 2020 release. All of this, of course, likely depends on just how quickly the movie finds a new director.

Expect more on all things Bond as we get it.