Lana Del Rey Releases Theme Song for James Bond Game 007: First Light
Lana Del Rey has released the theme song for the upcoming video game 007: First Light, developed by IO Interactive and published by Amazon MGM Studios. The game, featuring Patrick Gibson as James Bond, is scheduled for release on May 27, 2026.
DeadlineLana Del Rey, 40, has released the theme song for the upcoming video game 007: First Light. The game is developed by IO Interactive and published by Amazon MGM Studios, with a scheduled release date of May 27, 2026. The theme song was composed by David Arnold, who has previously composed music for five James Bond films, including Tomorrow Never Dies (1997), The World Is Not Enough (1999), Die Another Day (2002), Casino Royale (2006), and Quantum of Solace (2008).
m. 007: First Light was previewed during PlayStation's 2025 State of Play in September 2025. The game stars Patrick Gibson as James Bond, with Lennie James voicing the character Greenway, Priyanga Burford as M, Alastair Mackenzie as Q, Kiera Lester as Moneypenny, and Noémie Nakai as Ms.
007. Lenny Kravitz appears as the villain Bawma, and Gemma Chan plays the MI6 figure Selina Tan. The story follows a 26-year-old James Bond recruited into MI6. This marks the first James Bond video game release since 007 Legends in 2012.
Originally expected on March 27, 2026, IO Interactive announced a two-month delay to the release in December 2025. Gemma Chan is known for her roles in films such as Transformers: The Last Knight, Crazy Rich Asians, and Captain Marvel.
Story Timeline
4 events- 2026-04-17 15:00
Official title sequence for 007: First Light with Lana Del Rey's theme song to be revealed.
1 sourceDeadline - 2026-05-27
Scheduled release date for 007: First Light video game.
1 sourceDeadline - 2025-12
IO Interactive announced a two-month delay to the release of 007: First Light.
1 sourceBBC News - 2025-09
007: First Light was previewed during PlayStation's 2025 State of Play.
1 sourceDeadline
Potential Impact
- 01
The release of 007: First Light marks the first James Bond video game since 2012, potentially renewing interest in the franchise's gaming presence.
- 02
Lana Del Rey's involvement as theme song artist may attract her music audience to the game.
- 03
The delay announced in December 2025 could affect marketing and sales momentum ahead of the May 2026 launch.
Transparency Panel
Related Stories
breitbart.comInterior Secretary Doug Burgum Discusses Energy Policy and Regional Impacts
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum addressed the effects of recent U.S. energy policies on oil and natural gas-producing regions, comparing them to international sanctions. He also participated in federal design review discussions and leads an energy council focused on U.S. energy ma…
VarietyParamount Sets June 30, 2028 Release Date for Call of Duty Movie
Paramount announced at CinemaCon on April 16, 2026, that the Call of Duty movie will be released in theaters on June 30, 2028. The film will be directed and produced by Peter Berg, with a script co-written by Taylor Sheridan.
Matt H. Wade / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 3.0)Man Arrested After Driving Into White House Security Barrier and Physical Altercation Outside
A man was taken into custody after driving his car into a security barrier outside the White House and subsequently jumping over a construction barrier. Authorities reported a physical altercation occurred during the arrest.