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Four actors reportedly in the running to play James Bond

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Callum Turner, Jack Lowden and Josh O’Connor are reportedly among the actors in contention to play the next James Bond, alongside a fourth candidate whose name has not been revealed. Amazon MGM Studios has confirmed no choice, while an international press report suggests the film could be released in 2028.

The final selection to play James Bond on screen pits Callum Turner, Jack Lowden, Josh O’Connor and a fourth actor whose identity has not been revealed against one another. The four candidates are taking part in final auditions organised in London, L’essentiel reports, citing the international press.

Amazon MGM Studios has not yet confirmed who will succeed Daniel Craig, who played the British spy in five films up to ‘No Time to Die’, released in 2021. The next film will be directed by Denis Villeneuve, known for the ‘Dune’ franchise, and its release is being discussed for 2028, according to L’essentiel.

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