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Callum Turner or Jacob Elordi Shouldn't Be the Next James Bond, Says Former 007 Casting Director

Debbie McWilliams, former Bond casting director, believes the next James Bond should be 'completely out of the blue' as the search for 007 continues.

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Former James Bond casting director doesn't believe Jacob Elordi, Callum Turner or Harris Dickinson are right for this key reason

A former James Bond casting director thinks Callum Turner, Harris Dickinson, and Jacob Elordi are too "well known" to play the suave spy, and the role must go to a "total enigma".

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James Bond search enters final stage with planned August screen tests

Production on Bond 26 is set to begin next year. The expectation is that the official announcement for the next 007 actor will happen by the end of 2026.

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Who's Next as 007? James Bond Search Moves Into New Phase as 007 Auditions Set for August

Amazon MGM's search for the next James Bond intensifies as producers and director Denis Villeneuve contact actors for auditions, marking a significant step in the casting process.

International Business Times UK

James Bond: More auditions set for August as casting director meets lesser known names

Callum Turner, Jacob Elordi and Harris Dickinson are rumoured to be in the running

The Independent UK

James Bond bosses ready for next stage of 007 auditions

Director Denis Villeneuve and producers at Amazon MGM Studios are working on casting for the next James Bond.

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Timothee Chalamet to make animation debut in Not Alone

Timothee Chalamet will make his animation debut with Illumination's Not Alone, in which he will star opposite Selena Gomez.

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Hands, feet and nose: Javier Bardem makes his mark in Hollywood and honours his family's legacy

Javier Bardem was centre stage at a moving ceremony in Los Angeles as he paid tribute to his mother Pilar Bardem on Hollywood's Walk of Fame. But the Spanish actor departed from custom by pressing his nose into the wet cement along with his hand and footprints,

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Amazon MGM Studios boss Mike Hopkins wants 'relevant' James Bond

Amazon MGM Studios chief Mike Hopkins has revealed that the company are determined to make James Bond "relevant" for a new era of the iconic franchise.

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Steven Spielberg says James Bond producer rejected him twice but ‘can’t afford’ him now

Filmmaker says he ended up directing Indiana Jones franchise after being turned down

The Independent UK

Another Actress Has Topped Sydney Sweeney For Next Bond Girl Odds (And She’d Crush)

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James Bond Auditions are Underway. But Who Should Be 007?

We’ve gone more than a thousand days without a James Bond in cinemas, but the tuxedo is finally being dusted for a new actor. On May 14, 2026, Amazon MGM Studios confirmed that the hunt for the next 007 is officially on. The world has been speculating about the next…

The Mary Sue

James Bond casting is underway — who do you think should play the next 007?

Since Bond auditions are underway, we want Tom's Guide readers to tell us who they think should play the next James Bond in Denis Villeneuve's upcoming movie.

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Some 007 Fans Are Unsure About Its Sale To Amazon, But Bond Girl Léa Seydoux Has Another Take

Points were made.

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James Bond reboot: First official 007 contender revealed as Amazon begins secret auditions

Fans have spent years debating who could succeed Daniel Craig as the next James Bond. Names such as Henry Cavill, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Theo James have dominated online discussions ever since No Time to Die brought Craig’s era to a dramatic conclusion in 202

The Independent UK

James Bond star voices sadness over future of 007 series

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Total Film

Spectre star Lea Seydoux was "sad" Bond was bought by Amazon, but had a change of heart when Denis Villeneuve signed on: "At least it's him, so it will be cinema"

Denis Villeneuve is directing from a screenplay by Steven Knight

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James Bond star says she was ‘sad’ when franchise was sold to Amazon MGM

Next installment in the spy franchise will be helmed by ‘Dune’ director Denis Villeneuve

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These Are the A-Listers Reportedly Being Considered To Play James Bond

The Independent UK

The men who could be the new James Bond as casting finally begins

The celebrated British casting director Nina Gold has been confirmed to be meeting with young actors for the coveted role

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James Bond auditions officially kick off

Bosses at Amazon MGM Studios have officially started the search for the new James Bond with auditions for a new lead actor getting underway and the studio has brought in star casting agent Nina Gold to help find the next 007.

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Ahead Of Dune: Part Three, I Agree With Zendaya’s Take On What’s ‘Beautiful’ About Chani

This is such a great perspective.

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It's Been 5 Years Since Daniel Craig's Bond Exit. Amazon Boss Just Spoke On Why His Successor Is Taking So Long

MI6 is still reviewing résumés.

The Guardian - UK

James Bond studio heads urge patience over casting announcement

Executives from Amazon MGM are no closer to revealing who is lined up for the coveted role, saying, ‘We’re taking the time to do this with care and deep respect’

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Timothée Chalamet was 'deeply emotional' after completing production on Dune: Part Three

Timothée Chalamet says he was "deeply emotional" after finishing production on Dune: Part Three, his final outing as Paul Atreides in Denis Villeneuve's space opera trilogy.

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