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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 · Jun 25

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 · Jun 25

George MacKay wants to play a Bond villain

1917 and Pride actor George MacKay wants to play a Bond villain, while his Rose of Nevada co-star Callum Turner has been heavily tipped to take over the Bond role from Daniel Craig.

BANG Premier · Jun 20

Idris Elba reveals why James Bond rumours were never ‘realistic’

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The Independent UK · Jun 8

Idris Elba says he was never ‘realistic’ James Bond contender because of race

‘Bond was written how he was written for a reason,’ British actor says

The Independent UK · Jun 8

Idris Elba says audiences would never accept a black actor playing James Bond: ‘That’s not what they like in their culture’

The star of Luther played down rumours that he was lined up to take over 007, adding that he’s against making the character ‘woke’

The Guardian - UK · Jun 8

Star Wars: Starfighter director Shawn Levy lauds 'generational talent' Ryan Gosling

Star Wars: Starfighter helmer Shawn Levy has embraced working with Ryan Gosling on every facet of the upcoming sci-fi movie.

BANG Premier · Jun 4

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 · May 25

The James Bond 26 Casting Situation Is Encouraging, But Also Very Frustrating

Let’s get the show on the road!

Cinemablend · May 22

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.

Tom’s Guide · May 21