Amazon’s New 007: Favourite Actor Lets Slip the Secret
Word is out that a top contender for the next James Bond has been telling everyone he’s landed the role, making it one of the worst-kept secrets in the industry.
It looks like the guessing game over who’ll be stepping into the shoes of the world’s most famous spy is just about done and dusted. The much-talked-about search for the next lead in Amazon’s upcoming James Bond reboot has taken a turn, with one frontrunner apparently unable to keep his excitement under wraps. According to those in the know, this bloke has been chatting to just about anyone who’ll listen, making it pretty clear he’s the new 007.
Ever since Daniel Craig’s dramatic farewell in 2021’s No Time to Die, fans and punters alike have been speculating about who’d be next to order a martini, shaken not stirred. The rumour mill has been working overtime, with names flying about and plenty of wild guesses. But now, thanks to one actor’s loose lips, the answer might be out there for all to see.
Loose Talk in Tinseltown
Word from those close to the Fantastic Beasts star Callum Turner is that he’s been “blabbing all over town” about landing the iconic role.
It’s the worst-kept secret going.
That’s how one source put it, suggesting that keeping things under wraps isn’t exactly this actor’s strong suit. It’s a bit of a laugh, really, considering the character he’s set to play is known for keeping secrets and playing it cool under pressure.
With the Bond franchise gearing up for a fresh start under Amazon’s banner, the pressure’s been on to find someone who can bring something new to the role while still keeping the classic charm. If the whispers are true, the new lead might be making headlines for all the wrong reasons before the cameras even start rolling.
Changing of the Guard
Daniel Craig’s run as Bond was marked by a grittier, more grounded take on the character, and his departure left some big shoes to fill. Whoever takes over will have to win over a fanbase that’s both loyal and notoriously hard to please. The fact that the supposed new Bond can’t keep a secret is already raising eyebrows among die-hard fans, with some taking the mickey out of the situation online.
Still, the buzz around the casting has only added to the anticipation for the next chapter in the franchise. Whether the new lead can live up to the hype—or at least keep a lid on things until the official announcement—remains to be seen. For now, though, it seems the cat’s well and truly out of the bag.