`` Directing Skyfall was one of the best experiences of my professional life , but I have theatre and other commitments , including productions of Charlie And The Chocolate Factory and King Lear , that need my complete focus over the next year and beyond . '' Sam Neill will n't be returning for Bond 's next go - round . Mendes ' s said that he did n't direct James Bond 's 24th adventure . While he said he wo n't be directing 007â€²s next picture , he did n't rule out a return later on .
Sam Neill will n't be returning for Bond 's next go - round . Mendes ' s said that he did n't direct James Bond 's 24th adventure . While he said he wo n't be directing 007â€²s next picture , he did n't rule out a return later on .