James Bond search reportedly narrows as actors prepare for screen tests
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The search for the next James Bond is reportedly moving into its final stages, with screen tests expected to begin in London this weekend and potentially continue into next week.
Trade reports have linked Jack Lowden, Callum Turner and Josh O’Connor to the auditions. Deadline reported that at least four actors had been offered tests, although the identity of another candidate was not disclosed. Other accounts put the number of finalists between three and five, and Variety said the final lineup remained uncertain.
The Irish Times, citing The Hollywood Reporter and Variety, said the tests would assess stunt work, camera presence and dialogue. The Hollywood Reporter also reported that Jack O’Connell and Jacob Elordi were not among those testing.
Amazon MGM Studios has not confirmed the candidates or other details. The company said the search was underway but that it did not plan to comment on specifics during the casting process.
The selected actor will succeed Daniel Craig, who ended his five-film tenure as 007 with *No Time to Die* in 2021. The next Bond film is set to be directed by Denis Villeneuve and written by *Peaky Blinders* creator Steven Knight, with Amy Pascal and David Heyman producing. No casting decision or release date has been announced.
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