This is per sources quoted by Variety, who claim that the stars had finally aligned some time around the aftermath of the 2020 action epic, when Nolan was picking his next project to pursue. It was reported back at the time that Nolan was having meetings with Broccoli and Wilson,

Christopher Nolan reportedly considered making a James Bond movie after Tenet. However, he ultimately turned down the offer when it was made clear he wouldn't have the final cut on the film.

Following the shock news that Amazon has taken full creative control over James Bond, with long-term 007 producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G Wilson stepping back, a new report has shed light on the next steps from the franchise — and a surprising revelation about one high-profile director who was snubbed.

Discover why the GOAT Christopher Nolan was rejected from directing a James Bond film by Barbara Broccoli and fans reaction to the news.

We suggest former collaborators, like Tom Hardy, and new faces, like Léa Seydoux, to join Christopher Nolan's cast of The Odyssey.

Universal Pictures has released the first image of Christopher Nolan's next film, The Odyssey, revealing Hollywood star Matt Damon as Odysseus.

Christopher Nolan was previously told he wouldn't have final cut if he were to make a James Bond film, but with Amazon now fully in control, could that change?