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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.

International Business Times UK

Licence to thrill! England star Jude Bellingham eyes role as next James Bond as he looks to life after football

Bellingham opened up to TV host James Corden about his love for the 007 franchise and his desire to be in it.

FourFourTwo

Unruly seniors, Dallas cheerleaders and Russell Crowe as an MMA trainer: what we’re streaming this July

In the middle of an unseasonably warm winter, perhaps the couch isn’t where you’re spending your weekends – preferring to enjoy the sun, however concerning its presence may be.

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IO of '007: First Light' and 'Hitman' fame announces that it's lost the backing of Xbox for its 'Project Fantasy' IP — Confirmed.

IO Interactive, the studio behind the Hitman series and 007: First Light, announces that it is no longer working with Xbox, who have been helping it build its original 'Project Fantasy' IP, feeding the fires of rumors regarding potential layoffs coming to Xbox Game Studios soon.

Windows Central

An Ex James Bond Casting Director Has Blunt Thoughts About Jacob Elordi And Other Hopefuls. I’m Not Sure I Agree

Hear me out.

Cinemablend

Jude Bellingham reveals acting aspirations – and surprising dream role

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The Independent UK

Jude Bellingham reveals ambition to be the next James Bond after World Cup heroics

Jude Bellingham has been a standout performer for England at the World Cup

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Chris Martin’s lost James Bond theme goes on auction with unheard Coldplay tapes

Acoustic recording of a song titled The World Is Not Enough included in wide-ranging auction featuring formative Coldplay recordings

The Guardian - UK

James Bond Casting Director Has Spilled On What It Takes To Be 007 & Elordi’s In Trouble

Looks like Jacob Elordi and Callum Turner may be in trouble.

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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 casting director gives verdict on 007 frontrunners

The former casting director of the James Bond movies, Debbie McWilliams, has given her verdict on the three frontrunners expected to become the next 007 - declaring she doesn't "want to see any of them as James Bond".

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Quote of the Day by Sean Connery: "If America had been discovered as many times as I have, no one would remember Columbus." - why the legendary James Bond star never feared reinvention? The unexpected life lesson about reinventing yourself so often that even history would lose count

Quote of the Day by the legendary James Bond icon reminds us that life rewards those who never stop reinventing themselves. Wrapped in humor, his famous words reveal a timeless truth: every fresh start adds strength, wisdom, and experience. The people who embrace change again and again are the ones…

The Economic Times

I cast the Bond films for 40 years. This is the one essential trait the next 007 must have

FILM: Rev up the Aston Martin – the Bond auditions are finally happening. Debbie McWilliams, who shaped the 007 films for four decades, tells Ellie Harrison about how the biggest choice in Hollywood gets made, her role in this slice of cinematic history, and what the future could hold for…

The Independent UK

45 Years Later, Amazon Should Steal From The Most Mediocre Bond Movie

Sometimes, the world is not only enough, but a little too much.

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On This Day in History, June 27: World's first ATM installed, Peter the Great wins at Poltava, Atari founded, Djibouti gains independence, first colour TV demo and more

On This Day in History, June 27, history spans military victories, political change, scientific innovation and technological breakthroughs. From the Battle of Poltava and the world's first ATM to Atari's founding, Djibouti's independence, Facebook reaching two billion users and Malaysia's record seizure linked to Najib Razak, the date has witnessed…

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"A James Bond opening is the one thing that doesn't need to follow trends": how 007 First Light blurred the line between film and gaming

Territory Studio's Andrew Popplestone on the making of a perfect mission.

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Louis Partridge surprised by James Bond link: 'It's something to keep in mind'

Enola Holmes star Louis Partridge didn't think he would ever be in consideration to play James Bond, but he "feels good" about where he's at in his career.

The Guardian - UK

Wanted: a new PM, a new James Bond, a new Doctor – and a UK that can agree on its leading characters

Britain has found itself looking for all three British protagonists at once, says Guardian arts and culture correspondent Nadia Khomami

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“Some Men Were Made For Getting Older”: 15 Stars Who Got Hunkier With Age

Here are 15 Hollywood actors who got hunkier with age.

Euronews

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.

International Business Times UK

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.

The Independent 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

GamesRadar

Zelda Breath of the Wild's most important lesson lives on in 007 First Light

Opinion | Combat improv is king, baby

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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.

Player One

'007 First Light' Continues to Impress With Free Rewards, Major Upcoming Content

"007 First Light" offers a free Golden Anchor outfit through Twitch rewards as IO Interactive prepares major Year 1 content updates.

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