- Irish actor Barry Keoghan has dismissed speculation linking him to the role of James Bond, stating he does not believe he "fits the criteria" for the iconic spy.
- Keoghan, known for films like Saltburn and The Banshees of Inisherin, expressed a clear preference for portraying a villain in the franchise, finding it "more me".
- His comments come amid fervent speculation about who will succeed Daniel Craig as 007, with other actors such as Jacob Elordi, Cillian Murphy, and Aaron Taylor-Johnson frequently mentioned.
- The next instalment in the long-running spy series is slated to be directed by Denis Villeneuve, with Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight confirmed as the scriptwriter.
- The British franchise recently underwent a major overhaul, with long-time producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G Wilson transferring creative control to Amazon.
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