As someone who has grown up with James Bond movies being a staple of my entertainment diet, I must say that Theo James is an intriguing choice for the next 007. His performance in “The Gentlemen” certainly caught my attention, and if he can bring the same charm, wit, and physicality to the role, he could make a fantastic Bond.
As a movie enthusiast, I’ve got some exciting news to share – it looks like the next James Bond could be none other than the refined gentleman himself! According to William Hill, the betting favorite for the role post Daniel Craig’s swansong in “No Time to Die” has been Aaron Taylor-Johnson, known for his roles in “Kick-Ass” and “Kraven the Hunter.” However, another talented actor, recognized for his performances in “The Gentlemen” and “The White Lotus,” seems to be gaining ground. The race is on!
Taylor-Johnson, who was previously tipped as a strong contender for the James Bond role due to multiple meetings and speculation, is currently at 11/10 odds of landing the part. Once with odds of 12/1, he has now become the front runner at 5/2 following new developments in his career, including roles in films like The Inbetweeners Movie, the Divergent series, How It Ends, and an upcoming Stephen King horror movie called The Monkey.
A representative from William Hill, Lee Phelps, has clarified the factors causing Theo James’ rise in odds for becoming the next James Bond (on GB News). He attributes this to Theo’s captivating performance as aristocrat Edward “Eddie” Horniman in Netflix’s crime series The Gentlemen, where he portrays a character who unexpectedly inherits a vast marijuana empire hidden within his family’s estate.
As a movie enthusiast, I’ve been keeping an eye on the buzz surrounding the next James Bond, and it seems Theo James is gaining quite a lot of traction! Initially, he was considered a long shot at 12/1, but now he’s the second favorite at 5/2. On the other hand, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, who was once the frontrunner at 2/5, has seen his odds lengthen to 11/10. It’ll be interesting to see who will eventually slip into 007’s iconic tuxedo!
James may well have caught the eye of executives with his performance in The Gentleman.”
Who Are the Other 007 Favorites?
Among Theo James and Aaron Taylor-Johnson, other potential candidates to don a tuxedo and assume the role of James Bond are Paul Mescal, who gained fame in “Gladiator 2” and was nominated for an Oscar, Callum Turner, known for his roles in “Masters of the Air” and “Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore”, and James Norton, an actor from “Happy Valley”.
Indeed, various high-profile actors are still being mentioned as contenders for the part, such as Tom Hardy from Venom, Marvel’s Idris Elba, and Cillian Murphy of Peaky Blinders. However, recent findings from Betway Casino suggest that a much-loved figure might now be the frontrunner. The data, which includes “Google searches, article engagement, and Reddit mentions” about 31 potential actors being discussed or considered for the role, points to Henry Cavill, known for his role in Man of Steel, as re-emerging as a strong candidate.
Currently, it remains uncertain who will step into James Bond’s role after Daniel Craig and how the studio intends to proceed with the franchise post-“No Time to Die.” In his last appearance, Bond did something unprecedented – he died, leaving fans speculating whether the 007 series might restart with an origin story, revisit the past, or opt for a standalone tale similar to the way the franchise was told in the past.
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2024-10-29 18:03