Overview
- Multiple outlets report that broadcaster Richard Osman said on Tuesday he has heard Jack Lowden is being "strongly considered" for the role while stressing the tip is unconfirmed.
- Producers and studio officials have kept the search tightly controlled with Nina Gold overseeing auditions and screen tests and Denis Villeneuve and Steven Knight confirmed as director and writer.
- Producer Amy Pascal recently described the process as methodical and said a casting announcement by the end of 2026 is a "good bet," which would shape pre‑production timing for a 2028 target.
- Lowden is best known for his role in Slow Horses and has a prior working relationship with casting director Nina Gold, a factor that industry coverage highlights as one reason his name surfaces.
- Speculation has named several contenders over the last year including Callum Turner and Jacob Elordi and any public tip should be treated as unconfirmed until Amazon MGM or the producers formally announce a casting decision.