For years there was speculation about who would follow in Daniel Craig’s footsteps and be the new James Bond. Rumors persisted, fans expressed wishes – and even created rankings. Now it seems they have made an offer to an actor and all he has to do is accept.
The role of cult agent James Bond is probably one of the most coveted in the film world. Even if, for example, “The Gentlemen” star Theo James would have a little too much respect for playing 007 and facing all the challenges that come with it, the part has always been considered one of the most sought-after in Hollywood. Anyone who plays James Bond usually not only has financial security, but also the opportunity to immortalize themselves forever in pop culture.
Now almost three years after Daniel Craig ‘s farewell performance in ” No Time to Die “, theories are still being spun and rumors are being spread about who the new double-zero agent is supposed to be. Some of the names included ‘Superman’ actor Henry Cavill, “Daredevil” star Charlie Cox and the newly crowned Oscar winner Cillian Murphy (“Oppenheimer”). But it now seems that they are all at a big disadvantage – and will probably have to give way to the actor who has long been considered the front runner. It is now said that Aaron Taylor-Johnson has allegedly been offered, the new James Bond and thus Daniel Craig’s successor!
It’s reported by the British tabloid The Sun , which has been right in the past, at least with British topics. For now you have to classify the information as a rumor. But The Sun has been on the topic for a long time and the latest report makes perfect sense. At the end of 2022, the paper reported that screen tests had already been done with Aaron Taylor-Johnson for the Bond role , so it had gone one step further than just talking about him as a candidate, and Bond boss Barbara Broccoli was enthusiastic about the performance.
Will Aaron Taylor-Johnson be the new James Bond?
Actually it now depends on the actor who still has to sign. But “the offer is on the table,” as a confidential source tells the Sun, among other things. AAron, known for films such as “Kick-Ass”, “Bullet Train” and “Tenet”, is expected to sign in the coming days. He is already preparing for the big announcement.
“He is an incredibly talented performer,” the unidentified source continued. “His role in ‘ Nocturnal Animals ‘ showcased his depth as an actor. He is the perfect person to play Bond and pick up where Daniel Craig left off.”
First of all, we have to keep our ears to the ground. But it seems as if the official confirmation of the casting choice won’t be too long in coming. We can definitely imagine Aaron Taylor-Johnson as 007. In any case, he no longer has to prove to anyone that the 33-year-old not only has what it takes in terms of acting, but also has the necessary physicality to handle the action scenes too. But if you still want to convince yourself of this, you will soon have the opportunity to do so with “ The Fall Guy ” by David Leitch.
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