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Hollywood stars join race to become the next James Bond

Published : Wednesday, 11 November, 2026 at 10:17 AM

Observer Online Report

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Excitement among fans continues to mount regarding the next installment in the James Bond franchise, with reports from prominent Hollywood outlets Deadline and Vindicating revealing that two major stars have secretly auditioned for the iconic role, shaking up the casting process.

According to reports, acclaimed Hollywood actors Robert Pattinson, 40, and Nicholas Hoult, 36, have quietly auditioned for the role of 007, bringing the shortlist of candidates to five.

While Hoult has established himself across major franchises including X-Men, Mad Max, and Superman, Pattinson—renowned for Harry Potter and Twilight—stands as one of Hollywood's leading stars and the current Batman.

Pattinson's prospects are further bolstered by his collaboration with high-profile directors Christopher Nolan and Denis Villeneuve. Notably, Pattinson is slated to appear in Dune: Part Three, directed by Denis Villeneuve, who is also directing the upcoming Bond 26. This connection has led many to view Pattinson as an early favorite in the race.

Traditionally, the James Bond franchise has favored lesser-known actors, with figures like Sean Connery and Pierce Brosnan largely unfamiliar to global audiences prior to casting, though Daniel Craig entered the role with moderate recognition.

Following Amazon Studios taking creative control of the franchise, questions remain as to whether producers will break tradition by casting a megastar. Former casting director Debbie McWilliams noted that spies are often more convincing when audiences possess minimal preconceptions about the actor's personal life.

According to production sources, Bond 26 will be directed by Denis Villeneuve with a screenplay penned by Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight.

Producer Amy Pascal indicated that the official announcement of the next James Bond is expected later this year, with filming slated to commence in 2027 ahead of a projected release in 2028.

-EM

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