Amazon MGM Takes Creative Control of James Bond Franchise, Begins Search for Next Actor

Amazon MGM has confirmed that auditions are underway to find the next actor to lead the James Bond franchise. The casting process is being led by Nina Gold, whose credits include Game of Thrones and several movies in the Star Wars universe. In a statement to Variety, Amazon MGM said: “The search for the next James Bond is underway.

The identity of the next 007 has been the subject of speculation since Daniel Craig confirmed he would depart the role following the 2021 film No Time To Die. That speculation intensified after Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli announced in February 2025 that they had handed over creative control of the James Bond film series to Amazon.

Denis Villeneuve will direct the first James Bond film of the Amazon era. It was reported in September 2025 that he might be searching for an “unknown” actor to play the lead. Callum Turner has emerged as a potential frontrunner for the role of James Bond in recent months.

Actors rumored to be in contention include Tom Holland, Harris Dickinson, Jacob Elordi and Callum Turner. At one time, Aaron Taylor-Johnson was considered the favorite to play the next James Bond. Steven Knight will write the script for the new James Bond film.

The new James Bond film is not expected to be released until 2028. @Independent reported that a number of high-profile actors have been rumored to be in contention for the role of 007. The process follows the end of Daniel Craig’s tenure after No Time To Die, which marked a significant transition point for the long-running spy series.