Well, Well, Well, Looks Like The Oscar Noms Have Resulted In A New Favorite Bond Replacement Actor

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For 15 years, Daniel Craig captivated audiences as James Bond, but now a new chapter is beginning. Fans are eagerly anticipating the next Bond film, currently known as Bond 26. While Denis Villeneuve (Dune) will direct and Steven Knight (Spencer) is writing the screenplay, the identity of the next 007 remains a mystery. However, after the 2026 Academy Award nominations were announced, one actor has become the frontrunner, and many are hoping they get the role.

All James Bond actors share a certain on-screen presence – they’re charismatic, physically fit, and look great in a suit. While many actors could potentially take on the role after Daniel Craig, Showbiz411 reports that Jacob Elordi is currently Amazon MGM’s top choice for the next Bond film, potentially due to the buzz around the 2026 Oscar nominations.

I’m really excited about the possibility of Jacob Elordi becoming the next James Bond! While actors like Tom Holland and Harris Dickinson could definitely play the role well, I truly believe Elordi would be an ideal fit.

Jacob Elordi, known for his role in Euphoria, recently delivered a powerful and moving performance as the Creature in Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein. This role, unlike anything he’s done before, has earned him a Critic’s Choice Award, as well as nominations for a Golden Globe and an Oscar. With all the critical acclaim, it’s not surprising that he’s now a leading contender to be the next James Bond.

Jacob Elordi wouldn’t be the first Australian to play James Bond – George Lazenby famously held the role before him. And Elordi has another thing going for him in the current search for the next 007: his age. Lazenby was 29 when he first portrayed the character created by Ian Fleming, and Elordi is currently 28.

Casting a younger actor as James Bond could be a smart move for the producers of the next film, especially considering how long they might stay in the role. Jacob Elordi, who has shown a captivating presence in films like Saltburn and the upcoming Wuthering Heights, could attract a new, younger audience to the Bond franchise.

Even though Amazon MGM hasn’t officially announced a new James Bond yet, it’s hard not to be excited about the possibility of Jacob Elordi taking on the role. He’s proven he can handle physically demanding parts, and he also has the potential to capture Bond’s combination of grace, strength, and emotional depth. It would be amazing to hear him deliver that iconic line, ‘shaken, not stirred!’

While fans are eager for news about the next James Bond, they can enjoy Jacob Elordi’s critically acclaimed role in Frankenstein on Netflix. They can also tune in to the 98th Academy Awards on ABC (or stream it live on Hulu) on March 15th to see if he wins Best Supporting Actor.

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2026-01-24 23:08