The name’s Johnson, Aaron Taylor Johnson.
The “Bullet Train” star, Aaron Taylor Johnson, has reportedly been chosen to step into the iconic role of James Bond, taking on the prestigious mantle of Ian Fleming’s beloved British secret agent 007. The news emerged following a report by the U.K. tabloid The Sun, citing an unnamed source who stated, “Bond is Aaron’s job, should he wish to accept it,” further indicating that producers anticipate the “Kick-Ass” star to formally commit in the coming days. However, MGM, Taylor-Johnson, and EON Productions are yet to comment on the matter.
Announcement Date for the new James Bond
Daniel Craig’s final portrayal of James Bond in “No Time To Die” was met with mixed reactions from fans, with some appreciating the emotional conclusion and others expressing disappointment at the definitive end to the character’s journey.
In June 2022, Barbara Broccoli, co-owner of EON Productions Limited, which holds the James Bond franchise along with her half-brother Michael G. Wilson, stated that “nobody” was being considered for the role at that time and that it would be a minimum of two years before the character would potentially return to the silver screen.
Broccoli explained, “There isn’t a script, and we can’t come up with one until we decide how we’re going to approach the next film because, really, it’s a reinvention of Bond.” She emphasized the need for time in reinventing Bond’s character and mentioned that filming was at least two years away.
Months later, Barbara provided an update, stating that casting considerations would commence in 2023, cautioning against premature anticipation. She clarified that they haven’t begun the hunt, emphasizing the need to first determine the direction of the Bond series before casting the role.
Given this timeline, news about the next James Bond actor may be on the horizon this year, with Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson likely engaged in the casting process
Not just Aaron Taylor Johnson
Apart from Aaron Taylor Johnson, many other British actors have been rumored to be in the running for the role of James Bond over the years.
The list of potential candidates includes James Norton, Damson Idris, Tom Hardy, Henry Cavill, Regé-Jean Page, and Richard Madden.
Other actors in the mix include Tom Hiddleston, known for his roles in The Night Manager and Marvel’s Loki; Theo James from The Gentlemen; and Cillian Murphy, acclaimed for his performances in Peaky Blinders and Oppenheimer. Luke Cage creator Cheo Hodari Coker even suggested that Indian actor Ram Charan Tej, known for films like Magadheera and RRR, could be an ideal fit for the role.
