The race to find the next James Bond is heating up, and a new name has entered the spotlight in a big way. While several actors have been rumoured to be in contention for the iconic role, recent reports suggest that Jacob Elordi may have pulled ahead in the casting race. According to a ShowBiz report dated January 23, the actor has allegedly held advanced discussions with acclaimed director Denis Villeneuve, sparking speculation that a major casting decision could be imminent.
Fans have been eagerly waiting to see who will take over the role of 007 following Daniel Craig’s dramatic exit from the franchise. Over the past months, several names have circulated online, including Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Anthony Boyle, Callum Turner, Leo Suter, Harris Dickinson, Regé-Jean Page, and Idris Elba. Now, Jacob Elordi has joined — and possibly topped — that list after reportedly meeting Villeneuve, who is expected to helm Amazon’s ambitious reboot of the legendary spy series.
Adding to the excitement, Elordi recently achieved a massive career milestone. The 28-year-old actor earned his first-ever Oscar nomination for his performance as The Creature in Netflix’s Frankenstein. He is competing in the Best Supporting Actor category alongside heavyweights like Sean Penn, Benicio Del Toro, Delroy Lindo, and Stellan Skarsgård. The nomination has further cemented Elordi’s rising status in Hollywood and strengthened his case for taking on yet another iconic role.
If reports are to be believed, Elordi has also participated in extensive meetings with the film’s producers, suggesting that discussions may be at an advanced stage. While nothing has been officially confirmed, insiders hint that the production team could be close to finalizing the new Bond. However, industry watchers advise fans to take the news with caution, as previous reports have also named Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Callum Turner as strong contenders.
Apart from Villeneuve, another major name attached to the reboot is Steven Knight, the creator of Peaky Blinders, who has reportedly been entrusted with scripting the film. Other key details regarding the plot, supporting cast, and production timeline remain tightly under wraps.
Jacob Elordi’s career trajectory has been nothing short of remarkable. He first gained global recognition through The Kissing Booth series before winning critical praise for his role in Euphoria. He later impressed audiences in films like Saltburn and Priscilla, proving his versatility as a performer. Next, he will be seen starring opposite Margot Robbie in the upcoming adaptation of Wuthering Heights.
If the Bond deal comes through, Elordi may soon have another reason to celebrate — this time, not just at the Oscars, but in the world of 007.
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