James Bond’s mantle is one of the most sought after and analysed looks in cinema. The search is on for the man who will take over for Daniel Craig as 007 in Bond 26 and it’s in its final stages.
The search has been trimmed down to a list of gifted actors, with screen tests reportedly having taken place to the finalists. Stay up-to-date with the latest casting news for The Bond with The Hollywood Reporter.
British Stars in the Running
British actors Callum Turner, Jack Lowden and Josh O’Connor are among the leading contenders to play the role. It is generally thought to be the three that are currently on screentests and there are suggestions that three of the four will be British.
Over the years, Callum Turner, who has starred in The Queen’s Gambit and Zola, has been a favorite to watch in contender lists. The likes of Dunkirk and War & Peace actors Jack Lowden and Josh O’Connor, the Emmy-winning star of The Crown, are also reportedly on the radar.
International Speculation
The British side is strong, but in the past, the list of potential Bonds has been international stars. There have been whispers of other actors, such as Harris Dickinson, Jacob Elordi, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Henry Cavill, and Tom Holland.
But new reports indicate the emphasis is primarily on the British cast that have already appeared for the screen tests. Check out Variety’s analysis for a detailed list of all the possible candidates.
What Makes the Next Bond?
The choice will not only be based on his action chops, but on his charm, complexity and resilience, as well, which were established and exemplified by his predecessors, such as Sean Connery, Roger Moore and Daniel Craig.
The announcement should be made soon and fans are waiting to see who will get the Walther PPK and the iconic tuxedo of the day. Fans will have the chance to participate in the discussion, and make their predictions on the official James Bond Facebook page. If you had to pick someone to succeed Agent 007 in his new role, who would you go with?
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