Who will be the next James Bond? List of contenders for the iconic 007 role

After serving 15 years as 007, Daniel Craig waved goodbye to the role in 2021. As a result, several actors are reportedly coming into the discussion to step into the shoes of the iconic role of Bond, who has captivated mass audiences for decades with his remarkable performances and energetic aura. Now, as fans eagerly await the new face of James Bond, Amazon MGM Studios is holding auditions to launch a fresher era for the franchise. Take a look at the leading contenders who could become the next James Bond.

(The list is based on reports, and WION does not independently confirm or verify the names mentioned.)

Reportedly, Jonathan Bailey's name has been added to the list for the role of the next James Bond. The English actor, known for his remarkable performances as Anthony Bridgerton, Fiyero Tigelaar, Dr Henry Loomis, and many more, is reportedly preparing for the audition.

Henry Cavill is reportedly one of the contenders and a massive fan favourite to take on the role of James Bond. Over the years, the British actor has impressed audiences with his commanding physical presence and leading-man qualities in films and series such as Man of Steel, The Witcher, In the Grey, and many more.

Allegedly, Australian actor Jacob Elordi is also one of the contender for the James Bond role. He has shifted his career from being a teen heartthrob in the critically acclaimed film series The Kissing Booth to one of the most talked-about roles in Wuthering Heights. His sharp character portrayals and on-screen charm have landed him in the discussion.

Reportedly, Harris Dickinson, who earned acclaim for his toxic role in Babygirl opposite Nicole Kidman, is also in the list of contenders to play James Bond. He is an English actor who has made a successful career by taking interesting roles in many blockbusters like The Iron Claw, Triangle of Sadness and more.

Callum Robilliard Turner, popularly known as Callum Turner, is a British actor. Turner has garnered critical acclaim for his famous roles as Theseus Scamander in the Fantastic Beasts franchise, Joe Rantz in The Boys in the Boat, and Major John Egan in the miniseries Masters of the Air. Reportedly, the actor is actively listed and tracked as one of the top contenders to play the next James Bond.

Regé-Jean Page is a British-Zimbabwean actor. He gained worldwide fame from his breakout performance as Simon Basset, the Duke of Hastings, in the first season of the period drama series Bridgerton. According to multiple reports, Page's name is also in the running for the next James Bond role.