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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Rachel McGrath

The actor tipped to become the next James Bond – according to Richard Osman

  • Presenter Richard Osman has revealed that Scottish actor Jack Lowden is being strongly considered to play the next James Bond.
  • The 36-year-old Slow Horses actor is reportedly in the running alongside previous frontrunners such as Jacob Elordi and Callum Turner.
  • Casting director Nina Gold is overseeing the search for 007, with an official announcement expected by the end of the year.
  • Dune director Denis Villeneuve is set to helm the upcoming Bond film, which Amazon MGM Studios is targeting for a 2028 release.
  • Producers are taking a methodical approach to finding Daniel Craig's successor to ensure an exciting new direction for the franchise.

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