Josh O’Connor turns down offer for 007 role in 26th James Bond film
Famous actor Josh O’Connor has rejected an offer to play the character of 007 in the 26th James Bond film. With the actor withdrawing from the project, attention has shifted to other candidates.
Josh O’Connor has turned down the offer to play the 007 character in the 26th James Bond film. With the actor's withdrawal from the race, attention has turned to other candidates in the search for the new Bond, which Amazon MGM Studios is expected to announce by December.
A source speaking to the newspaper confirmed that Josh O’Connor rejected the Bond role. The actor had previously stated in interviews that he planned to take a break from film projects in 2027 and, when asked if he would be the new James Bond, replied, "We'll see, but I don't think so."
Following O’Connor's withdrawal from candidacy, eyes have turned to other names such as Callum Turner, Jack Lowden, Robert Pattinson, and Nicholas Hoult. Amazon MGM Studios is expected to announce its final decision within the month of December.
Sources
- cnnturk.com · Link