Amazon MGM Studios is continuing its search for the next James Bond in the franchise's 26th instalment. According to Variety, Robert Pattinson (The Batman) and Nicholas Hoult (Superman) have joined the list of contenders. Both actors have reportedly completed screen tests for the role of Agent 007.
Previously, Callum Turner (Masters of the Air), Josh O'Connor (Challengers) and Jack Lowden (Slow Horses) were named among the leading candidates. This brings the reported number of actors involved in the final casting stage to five.
Pattinson also has an existing connection with the upcoming film, having worked with director Denis Villeneuve on Dune: Part Three. Villeneuve is set to direct the next Bond instalment. The screenplay is being written by Steven Knight, creator of Peaky Blinders, while Amy Pascal and David Heyman are attached as producers.
Hoult posted a photo with Pattinson, which only confirmed their participation in the casting process.
Amazon MGM Studios has yet to comment on the reported candidates. Back in May, the company officially stated: "The search for the next James Bond is underway." No actor has been officially cast as 007 so far.
The announcement of the next James Bond is expected before the end of 2026. However, no official filming start date or theatrical release date has been confirmed.
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