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Bond Casting Nears Decision as Lowden and Turner Top Final Tests

Amazon's control of the franchise means the next casting choice could signal a tonal reboot under a Denis Villeneuve-led reset.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets report the search for the next James Bond is in its final phase with on-camera screen tests in London for Jack Lowden and Callum Turner.
  • Prediction markets currently favor Jack Lowden at roughly 35 percent and Callum Turner at about 23 percent, which reflects public bets not official confirmation.
  • Amazon has issued a brief statement saying the search is underway but will not comment on casting details, and producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson remain central to the process.
  • Trade reporting suggests several previously named contenders, including Josh O'Connor, Jacob Elordi and Aaron Taylor-Johnson, may no longer be in contention.
  • A near-term casting decision would shape Amazon's planned reboot and is likely to reignite intense public debate because Bond casting has long been a contentious, high-profile choice.