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Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s Cryptic Response Fuels James Bond Casting Rumors

His refusal to discuss future projects at the ‘28 Years Later’ premiere adds to mounting speculation, with Amazon MGM Studios accelerating production of the next Bond film under Hollywood producers David Heyman and Amy Pascal

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Overview

  • At the world premiere of ‘28 Years Later’ in London this week, Aaron Taylor-Johnson declined to reveal his next project when asked by reporters, replying “I can’t talk about it.”
  • Taylor-Johnson intensified casting rumors in May by signing on as a global ambassador for Omega, the official watch partner of the James Bond franchise.
  • Jonathan Bailey described being linked to the role on BBC Radio 2 as “amazingly flattering” and admitted it “would be hard to say no” if offered.
  • Amazon MGM Studios has tapped producers David Heyman and Amy Pascal to fast-track the next James Bond film after acquiring creative control of the franchise.
  • Production is slated to begin later this year at Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire, but no formal casting announcement has been confirmed.