The hunt for the next James Bond is officially on. Director Denis Villeneuve, fresh off the success of Dune: Part Two and now preparing Dune: Part Three, will reportedly turn his attention to casting the world’s most famous fictional spy once his sci-fi saga concludes.
Villeneuve is said to be seeking a “fresh face” for 007, with an emphasis on British talent. Still, speculation remains whether he might lean toward an actor he’s worked with before. The announcement has reignited global conversation over who will inherit the tuxedo, martini, and Walther PPK.
Leading sportsbook Bovada has already posted odds on who might be next:
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Aaron Taylor-Johnson (+175) leads the pack, having long been rumored as a front-runner.
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Callum Turner (+400) and James Norton (+800) are also heavily favored.
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Other names on the board include Theo James (+800), Harris Dickinson (+1000), Aaron Pierre (+1200), and Henry Cavill (+1200).
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Long shots include Timothée Chalamet (+2000), Jacob Elordi (+2500), and Cillian Murphy (+2000).
Bond’s future may hinge on Villeneuve’s vision—will he introduce a rising star, an established leading man, or someone completely unexpected? The only certainty: the reveal of the next 007 will be one of the biggest casting announcements of the decade.
A Look Back: Every James Bond Actor
Here’s the complete list of the actors who have played James Bond in the official EON Productions films, and how long they held the role:
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Sean Connery (1962–1967, 1971; reprised unofficially in 1983)
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Debuted in Dr. No (1962). Played Bond in six films, returned for Diamonds Are Forever (1971), and appeared in the non-EON film Never Say Never Again (1983).
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George Lazenby (1969)
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Played Bond once in On Her Majesty’s Secret Service.
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Roger Moore (1973–1985)
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Held the role for seven films, beginning with Live and Let Die and ending with A View to a Kill.
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Timothy Dalton (1987–1989)
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Starred in The Living Daylights and Licence to Kill.
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Pierce Brosnan (1995–2002)
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Brought Bond into the modern blockbuster era across four films, from GoldenEye to Die Another Day.
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Daniel Craig (2006–2021)
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Redefined Bond for a grittier, emotional era in five films, beginning with Casino Royale and concluding with No Time to Die.
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