Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleJames Bond producer Amy Pascal has indicated that the next actor to play 007 is likely to be named by the end of 2026. Pascal stated that the team is being 'really, really methodical' in their search, acknowledging Daniel Craig is a difficult act to follow. MGM, the Amazon-owned company, is taking the casting process very seriously, aiming for a new Bond that is 'stirring and exciting and different'. Speculation continues regarding potential candidates, with Callum Turner currently the bookmakers' favourite, alongside actors like Jacob Elordi and Harris Dickinson. Former casting director Debbie McWilliams expressed a preference for an unknown actor, while Diamonds Are Forever star Trina Parks hopes for a more monogamous Bond. In fullJames Bond producer shares update on 007 casting: ‘It’s got to be really different’More bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
When will the next James Bond be named? Producer reveals likely date
Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleJames Bond producer Amy Pascal has indicated that the next actor to play 007 is likely to be named by the end of 2026. Pascal stated that the team is being 'really, really methodical' in their search, acknowledging Daniel Craig is a difficult act to follow. MGM, the Amazon-owned company, is taking the casting process very seriously, aiming for a new Bond that is 'stirring and exciting and different'. Speculation continues regarding potential candidates, with Callum Turner currently the bookmakers' favourite, alongside actors like Jacob Elordi and Harris Dickinson. Former casting director Debbie McWilliams expressed a preference for an unknown actor, while Diamonds Are Forever star Trina Parks hopes for a more monogamous Bond. In fullJames Bond producer shares update on 007 casting: ‘It’s got to be really different’More bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
