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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Jacob Stolworthy

FOUND: James bond franchise actor casts doubt on 007 shortlist rumours - What They Never Told You

  • Rory Kinnear, who played Bill Tanner in the Daniel Craig era of James Bond films, has revealed he has not yet been contacted regarding the upcoming franchise reboot.
  • The actor said he would gladly reprise his role if asked, suggesting producers may want to maintain some continuity alongside a new approach.
  • Kinnear cast doubt on current rumours linking stars such as Jacob Elordi and Jack Lowden to 007, noting that official casting choices rarely align with media speculation.
  • Former Bond casting director Debbie McWilliams previously argued that the next actor should remain an enigma, cautioning against casting overly familiar celebrities.
  • Reports indicate that filmmakers may be seeking an unknown British actor in their late twenties or early thirties to succeed Daniel Craig.

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