Amazon Criticized for Altering James Bond Artwork
On October 12, 2025, Amazon faced backlash after releasing updated poster art for James Bond films that omitted the iconic Walther PPK, leading to accusations of censorship and “woke” culture, reports 24brussels.
The posters, unveiled in conjunction with James Bond Day, featured several instances where the gun was either removed or poorly edited out, leaving actors such as Sean Connery and Pierce Brosnan appearing to grasp thin air. Criticism escalated as fans were astonished over the decision to alter artwork for a franchise known for its iconic gun imagery.
In response to the widespread discontent, Amazon has since updated the thumbnails to include stills from the films, but critics noted that these images also lacked firearms. One still, from Skyfall, was observed to have been altered to eliminate a gun, which raised further concerns about the company’s editorial choices.
As fans continue to process the changes, some have taken humor in the situation, using Pierce Brosnan’s empty hand as inspiration for memes. At the time of publication, Amazon had not responded to requests for comment.
