Aaron Taylor-Johnson seen raging in new Werwulf image as Bond rumours swirl
The gist
A new image shows actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson screaming and heavily bearded in Robert Eggers' Werwulf, out December 25.
The film lands as Bond casting rumours keep his name in the frame.
How it unfolded
- Oct 30, 2026Rumours circulate that Aaron Taylor-Johnson will be the next James Bond, following Daniel Craig's departure from the role.
- Nov 2, 2026A new image from Robert Eggers' Werwulf shows a screaming, heavily bearded Aaron Taylor-Johnson; the film arrives in theaters December 25 via Focus Features.
- Nov 3, 2026BBC reports Taylor-Johnson and James Norton were previously connected to the Bond role, with Paul Mescal's name also mentioned; the next Bond film is in development with Steven Knight writing, Amy Pascal and David Heyman producing, and Denis Villeneuve directing.