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Has the new James Bond finally been discovered? In the last 24 hours, all signs are starting to point to this: Just for one night Star Callum Turner wearing 007’s iconic tuxedo in Denis Villeneuve’s iconic Ian Fleming creation.
This builds on social media chatter that Turner is stepping down as executive director of Twentytwo Films, the production company he founded with wife Dua Lipa last summer. However, the actor was confirmed to have parted ways with the label last December, so this isn’t a new move that signals he will be taking on a major role in the long-running franchise.
Still, for whatever it’s worth, Showbiz411’s Roger Friedman, who first reported on Daniel Craig’s casting as Bond in the early 2000s, is all in on Callum landing the coveted role.
“The word on the street is that Callum Turner is the next James Bond. He’s tall, but not too tall. He can act, but not too much.” the gossip site shared (via ActioNewz.com). “Director Denis Villeneuve can put him together. My opinion is that Callum’s wife, Dua Lipa, sings the Bond theme song. Absolutely. If he’s Bond, why would he bring in another singer? Maybe Elton John could join her?”
Screen tests were conducted last month, with at least four offers to test. At the time, Jack Lowden (slow speech), Callum Turner (Just for one night), Josh O’Connor (challenger) were all running.
Up to five actors could play Bond, according to reports in the deal. Jack O’Connellsinner) was rumored to be among them, but that wasn’t actually the case. As for frankenstein Star Jacob Elordi is not testing despite recent reports to the contrary.
There is speculation that an official announcement will be made soon, but Amazon has not commented on this, instead repeatedly pointing curious reporters to previous statements. “The search for the next James Bond is ongoing. While we do not plan to comment on specific details during the casting process, we are excited to share more news with 007 fans in due course.”
Nina Gold (game of thrones) was appointed as casting director and Denis Villeneuve (sand dune) decided to direct the film based on a script by Steven Knight.Peaky Blinders). David Heyman and Amy Pascal are the franchise’s new producers, taking over after Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson stepped down.
A release date for James Bond 26 hasn’t been announced yet, but it looks like the movie is taking shape. Stay tuned for updates.