Mystery actors audition for James Bond
The gist
Reports say Jack Lowden, Callum Turner and Josh O'Connor are screen testing for James Bond.
The next 007 follows Daniel Craig's five films, with Amazon wanting a younger actor.
How it unfolded
- Oct 24, 2026Reports say Callum Turner, Jack Lowden and Josh O'Connor are among the actors thought to be taking part in final auditions, with casting reportedly narrowed to four actors and Amazon MGM Studios involved.
- Nov 1, 2026Reports name four in the running at the final stage: Callum Turner, Jack Lowden, Josh O'Connor and an unknown fourth actor.
- Nov 2, 2026Deadline and The Hollywood Reporter name Lowden, Turner and O'Connor as allegedly testing, with screen tests held the previous weekend; the fourth name is not confirmed. The Hollywood Reporter says Jack O'Connell was rumoured to be in the mix but apparently is not, according to sources.
Key terms
- screen testing
- An audition in which a performer acts before a camera so producers can judge their suitability for a film role.
- franchise
- A collection of related media works derived from one original creative work such as a film or book.
Source: Wikipedia