New James Bond Rumor Reveals Top Choice for 007, And It’s an Actor No One Guessed

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The future of James Bond is more uncertain than ever. For the first time since the Bond films began, EON Productions – the long-time producers – have been acquired by Amazon and MGM. This means a member of the Broccoli family, who have always been involved in producing the films, won’t be at the helm of the next installment. Instead, producers Amy Pascal (known for Spider-Man) and David Heyman (Harry Potter) will lead the franchise, with Denis Villeneuve potentially directing. However, fans will have to wait a while longer for the next Bond film, as Villeneuve is currently focused on the Dune movies.

Everyone is wondering who will be the next James Bond, not how the story will continue after the last film, No Time to Die. There’s been a lot of speculation and changing bets about potential actors, and rumors about what producers want, but nothing definite. However, a new report has surfaced with a strong contender, and it seems promising.

Denis Villeneuve’s Top Choice for Bond Is Not Who Anyone Expected

Recently, speculation about the next James Bond intensified when betting sites dramatically changed their odds. According to GQ, actor Callum Turner – known for his roles in the Fantastic Beasts films and Masters of the Air – is now the frontrunner, with odds of 11/10. While odds changes aren’t always reliable, these numbers suggest a strong possibility that Turner will be cast as 007.

Following a change in betting odds, reporter Jeff Sneider suggests there’s growing evidence that actor Glen Powell might actually be a strong contender for the role of James Bond. According to his sources, director Denis Villeneuve reportedly favors Powell for the part. While the project is still in its early phases and no formal offer has been made, the signs increasingly point to Powell more definitively than any other actor currently being considered.

Many fans might be surprised by Turner’s casting, as he isn’t a widely known actor. However, the series has a long history of choosing stars before they become household names. It’s easy to forget that Daniel Craig wasn’t famous when he first took on the role of James Bond. While he’d appeared in films like Elizabeth, Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, and Road to Perdition, it was becoming Bond that truly launched his career.

Several actors who eventually played James Bond were already known for other roles – Roger Moore from The Saint and Pierce Brosnan from Remington Steele, for example – but most weren’t established stars beforehand. This actually works in Henry Turner’s favor. He has the classic Bond look and this role could be his breakthrough. Plus, he’s already worked with producer David Heyman on the Fantastic Beasts films and The Capture, which may have brought him to the attention of director Denis Villeneuve.

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2025-12-02 23:15