According to reports, the next actor to play James Bond has been chosen. A source has told The Sun newspaper that “the formal offer is on the table and they are waiting to hear back". This news comes after years of speculation about who would play the iconic role after Daniel Craig hung up his suit.
The actor poised to take on the role is believed to be Aaron Taylor-Johnson, known for his performances inKickassandAvengers: Age of Ultron. More recently, Taylor-Johnson has appeared inBullet Trainand Sony’sKraven the Hunter, which takes place in theSpider-Manuniverse.
Daniel Craig was the last actor to play James Bond starring in five films.
Sky News reportsthat the production company, Eon, are currently at work on a script for the nextJames Bondfilm, though there are no firm dates in place for filming to begin production. The Sun’s source also said, “As far as Eon is concerned, Aaron is going to sign his contract in the coming days and they can start preparing for the big announcement.”
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Taylor-Johnson was recently asked about the role, and rumours linking him to the part, in an interview with Numero magazine where he said, “I find it charming and wonderful that people see me in that role. I take it as a great compliment." It seems as if those rumours may have been pretty concrete.
Many actors had been linked to the part until now includingIdris Elba, Tom Hiddleston, and Henry Cavill, all of whom had a wealth of experience they could bring to the role.
Topics:James Bond,TV And Film
