Bold claim: Amazon’s push for a fresh face to lead James Bond has the industry buzzing, with rumors that a rising star is being lined up for Bond 26. Yet, there’s no official confirmation from the producers, so the next 007 remains speculative for now.
Jacob Elordi is at the center of recent chatter, with online sources and gossip channels suggesting he’s been offered the Bond role for Denis Villeneuve’s upcoming installment. A post from the influencer account Deuxmoi claimed that Amazon has offered Elordi the Bond role and that filming could start in October this year. However, no formal casting announcement has been made by the studios or producers.
As Bond 26 moves through development, the question of who will succeed Daniel Craig continues to dominate chatter in the industry. Various reports have named Jacob Elordi as a leading candidate for Villeneuve’s project. Showbiz411 notes that Elordi has reportedly spoken with both the producers and Villeneuve, though official offers have not been disclosed.
Other actors repeatedly linked to the role include Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Tom Holland, Harris Dickinson, Scott Rose-Marsh, and Callum Turner. Some outlets have even floated Turner as if he already secured the part. Betting markets reflect the buzz, listing Turner and Elordi among the top contenders. Public reactions on social media are divided: some fans advocate for Turner as the perfect choice, while others argue that Elordi’s height could pose an obstacle or influence how the character is portrayed onscreen.
If Elordi lands the role, he would be the second Australian to play Bond after George Lazenby, and he would also become the youngest actor to take on the mantle at age 28. At 6'5" (1.96 m), he would also be the tallest actor to portray Bond to date. These height considerations feed into ongoing discussions about casting dynamics for the rebooted era that follows No Time to Die.
On the production side, Denis Villeneuve is slated to direct Bond 26, with Steven Knight writing the screenplay. Amazon MGM Studios reportedly aims to begin production in October 2026 or early 2027, with a targeted release in 2028 under Amazon’s creative oversight."
