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Gary Oldman told THR that Amazon has made its choice for the next James Bond but hasn't announced it yet, and he’s crossing his fingers for Slow Horses co-star Jack Lowden to land the role. The piece also cites Brendan Fraser confirming The Mummy 4 filming and Mel Gibson detailing Resurrection of the Christ, alongside other entertainment scoops.
Unknown actor Jack Barton, who had a small role in Poor Things, has emerged as a surprise frontrunner to become the next James Bond, with screen tests set to begin in early September under Bond 26 director Denis Villeneuve and casting director Nina Gold. The shortlist reportedly includes Jack Lowden, Callum Turner, Jacob Elordi, Paul Mescal, and Harris Dickinson, while veteran Bond casting director Debbie McWilliams argues the role should go to a newcomer to preserve the enigmatic spy.
Rumors suggest British actor Callum Turner may have been leaked as the next James Bond, though no official confirmation has been made. The upcoming Bond 26, directed by Denis Villeneuve, is set for release in 2028, with production starting in 2027, marking a new era for the franchise under Amazon's ownership.
Amazon is planning the next James Bond film, directed by Denis Villeneuve, with a target release around 2028. The studio is considering young British actors like Tom Holland, Jacob Elordi, and Harris Dickinson for the role of 007, and is in the process of selecting a writer. The franchise is shifting to Amazon after decades under MGM, with new creative control and a fast-tracked development process.