MGM and Eon reportedly want Slumdog Millionaire director Danny Boyle to helm the next James Bond film. Variety reports the filmmaker is high on MGM's list but also claims a formal offer hasn't been made yet. Boyle is reportedly interested in taking on the project and has always wanted to direct a Bond movie. MGM and Eon have wanted Boyle to helm a Bond film since 2012's Skyfall, according to Variety.