Theo James names his pick for James Bond after ruling himself out ‘The Gentlemen’ star said he was ‘definitely too old’ to play 007 The Independent UK · 12h ago
Theo James wants Anya Taylor-Joy to become the first female James Bond Theo James has ruled himself out of playing James Bond and would like to see Anya Taylor-Joy given the role. BANG Premier · Nov 10
Furious Fans Allege “Homophobia” After James Bond Race Omits Fan-Favorite "Homophobia has so much to answer for," one fan said after a fan-favorite was excluded from the short-list as the James Bond casting race heats up. Bored Panda · Nov 10
Hollywood’s Shredded Look Obsessions Falls Under Scrutiny After Fans Notice Odd Detail About Iconic Character The Marvelification of men's physiques has done a lot of harm,” one user commented as the search for the new James Bond sparked a debate over the character’s body. Bored Panda · Nov 9
James Bond director Denis Villeneuve hints at casting announcement as race for 007 heats up Last week, Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult were reported to have also screen tested for the iconic role Evening Standard · Nov 9
Why Robert Pattinson playing James Bond is too good to be true COMMENT: The erstwhile ‘Twilight’ actor is rumoured to be a legitimate contender in the hunt for the next 007. He would be a fascinating choice, writes Louis Chilton – but let’s not get carried away The Independent UK · Nov 9
Denis Villeneuve teases new James Bond James Bond director Denis Villeneuve teased film fans about the announcement of the next 007 during an appearance at the LACMA Art and Film Gala in Los Angeles on Saturday (07.11.26). BANG Premier · Nov 9
James Bond shake-up: Two high-profile actors could play 007 after ‘secret screen tests’ They’d easily be the most famous stars to be cast as 007 at this point in their careers The Independent UK · Nov 7
Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult's secret Bond auditions Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult have both auditioned for James Bond, alongside Callum Turner, Jack Lowden and Josh O’Connor. BANG Premier · Nov 7
Callum Turner emerges as James Bond favourite as Pierce Brosnan endorses actor: ‘He’s so strong’ Bookmakers’ odds have shortened to 8/13 for the British actor, seen sipping martinis with his wife Dua Lipa at the weekend The Guardian - UK · Nov 4
Josh O’Connor says Bond rumours are a ‘bizarre pinch me moment’ The Crown star, 36, is believed to be in the running for the role alongside One Night Only actor Callum Turner and Slow Horses’ Jack Lowden. Evening Standard · Nov 3
Josh O’Connor plays coy when asked about Bond casting speculation The 36-year-old admitted to experiencing an ‘incredibly bizarre pinch me moment’ The Independent UK · Nov 3
Kristin Scott Thomas backs Slow Horses co-star Jack Lowden to be next James Bond Lowden is believed to be one of the top contenders for the role alongside Callum Turner and Josh O’Connor. Evening Standard · Nov 3
Jack Lowden speaks out over James Bond rumours as speculation soars over future 007 The Slow Horses actor is one of the rising stars of his generation - could he be the next 007? Evening Standard · Nov 2
The Independent UK · Nov 2 Jack Lowden awkwardly responds to James Bond rumours in first interview since ‘final screen test’ Scottish actor is rumoured to have screen-tested for the 007 role alongside Callum Turner and Josh O’Connor
The Independent UK · Oct 29 Mystery behind ‘fourth actor’ competing to be James Bond Speculation has run rife online after reports claimed a mysterious fourth actor is in the running for the highly coveted role
The Guardian - UK · Oct 23 I expect you to cry: what the James Bond actors may face at the final audition Jack Lowden, Callum Turner and Josh O’Connor are rumoured to be the final candidates taking screentests this weekend. So how can they best prepare? And who is likely to triumph?
Evening Standard · Oct 23 Hunt for next James Bond reaches final stages – report Actors in the running will reportedly screen test for the role this weekend.
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