The role of cult agent James Bond is probably one of the most coveted in cinema. Even if, for example, The Gentlemen star Theo James had a little too much respect for playing 007 and taking on all the challenges that come with it, the role has always been considered one of the most sought-after in Hollywood. Anyone who plays James Bond usually has not only financial security, but also the opportunity to immortalize themselves in pop culture forever. And write a piece of film history.
Now, almost three years after Daniel Craig’s farewell performance in “No Time to Die,” theories continue to be spun and rumors spread about who the next Double Zero Agent should be. Names in the audience included Superman actor Henry Cavill, “Daredevil” star Charlie Cox and newly crowned Oscar winner Cillian Murphy (“Oppenheimer”). But it now appears that they are all at a major disadvantage – and will likely have to make way for the actor long considered the frontrunner: As it is said now, you did that Aaron Taylor Johnson reportedly offered to become the new James Bond and thus the successor to Daniel Craig!
The British tabloid reports this which has been right in the past, at least when it comes to British subjects – like 007, not least – even though this is generally not the most reliable source. For now, you should classify the information as a rumor. But the been working on this topic for a long time and the latest post makes perfect sense. In late 2022, the newspaper reported that screen tests had already been done with Aaron Taylor-Johnson for the Bond role, so it had gone a step further than just talking about him as a candidate, and Bond boss Barbara Broccoli was happy with the appearance .
Will Aaron Taylor-Johnson be Daniel Craig’s successor?
It is written, that it now depends on the actor who still has to sign. But “the offer is on the table,” said a confidential source communicated, among other things. Taylor-Johnson, known for films like “Kick-Ass,” “Bullet Train” and Christopher Nolan’s “Tenet,” is expected to sign in the coming days and is already preparing for the big announcement.
“He is an incredibly talented artist,” the unidentified source continued. “His role in ‘Nocturnal Animals’ showed 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 looks like official confirmation of the casting choice won’t be long in coming. We can certainly 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 to act, but also has the necessary physicality and can handle action scenes. If you want to convince yourself of that, you will soon have the opportunity to do so with “The Fall Guy” by David Leitch. The action fun starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt opens in German cinemas on April 30 and has just made a name for itself when it comes to stunts…