- Primary Subject: James Bond (007) casting speculation
- Key Update: Gary Oldman claims Amazon MGM Studios has chosen the next James Bond actor.
- Status: Unconfirmed
- Last Verified: September 7, 2026
- Quick Answer: Gary Oldman stated that the next James Bond actor has already been cast. He expects an official announcement soon and hopes Jack Lowden landed the role.
Gary Oldman recently claimed the next James Bond has already been cast, while offering his take on which actor should play the role.
One of the most highly anticipated pieces of casting news is which actor Amazon MGM Studios will cast to play the new James Bond in the franchise's next iteration. Several names have been rumored to have auditioned or been eyed by producers to take on the role, but no confirmation has been made yet at this point.
Gary Oldman Offers His Take on the James Bond Casting
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In a recent interview with Canada’s Global (via Deadline), Gary Oldman shared his take on the rumors and speculations online surrounding the casting of the next James Bond.
He claimed that the coveted 007 role has already been cast and an announcement will be made soon. However, he also endorsed his Slow Horses co-star Jack Lowden as the actor who should play the iconic spy.
"It’s been rumored that he’s on the shortlist. We’re going to find out pretty soon, aren’t we? Because they have picked him. They have made their choice, but they have not announced it yet. So my fingers are crossed for Jack," the actor said.
Oldman did not give any clarification on how he found out the next James Bond has already been cast. Amazon MGM Studios has also not commented on the actor's remarks.
While the Oscar-winning actor has never been part of the James Bond franchise in his career, he has played spy roles such as in Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy and the hit Apple TV series Slow Horses.
For now, fans should wait for news and updates regarding which actor they will cast to play James Bond. There have been rumors that an announcement might be made sometime before the year ends.
What to Expect in the Next James Bond Movie
So far, the casting and plot details regarding the next James Bond movie are still under wraps. The casting process for who will be the next 007 is still ongoing, and it is unknown when exactly the final decision will be made.
Amy Pascal and David Heyman serve as producers of the project, while Denis Villeneuve has been tapped to direct the installment and also serve as an executive producer. Steven Knight is currently working on the screenplay.
Since Villeneuve is still busy with the post-production on Dune: Part Three, it might take a while before fans hear more news and updates. For now, stay tuned for developments in the coming months.
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