Danny Boyle quit over plans to kill off 007

Director Danny Boyle quit the James Bond franchise after he “refused to kill off Bond in a finale to the 25th film”. According to sources, Craig, who is said to be filming his final 007 movie, and producer Barbara Broccoli, are believed to have wanted the Bond to die in a “spectacular finale”. But Oscarwinner Boyle refused to kill off the secret agent, labelling the idea “ridiculous”, reports an online portal. A source said, “There were discussions about killing off Bond in a dramatic fashion at the end. It would be a final hurrah for Daniel, and leave fans hanging. It would also leave it open for a twist in the next installment – either Bond hadn’t died or there could be a Doctor Who-esque regeneration with a new actor. There were clashes over budget and there’s pandemonium among crew with people leaving the production left, right and centre. There are fears that the film will be put back for months and backroom staff is worried about where their next pay cheque is going to come from.” It was announced last week that Boyle had quit over “creative differences”.