Ladbrokes has published the odds for the 10 actors most likely to become the next James Bond, as the race to replace Daniel Craig officially begins. The next Bond film is already in development at Amazon's MGM Studios, directed by Denis Villeneuve and written by Steven Knight.
Daniel Craig's Legacy and the Search for 007
Daniel Craig played James Bond from 2006's Casino Royale to 2021's No Time To Die. His casting was initially controversial due to his height (5ft 10in) and blond hair, deviating from the traditional "tall, dark, and handsome" image. Despite early boycotts and campaigns like danielcraigisnotbond.com, Craig became a beloved Bond.
Alex Apati of Ladbrokes said: "The race to replace Daniel Craig as 007 has arguably never been as wide-open. 10 names are currently 14/1 or shorter for the role, and while Callum Turner continues to lead the way, plenty of big names are among the firm frontrunners."
The 10 Actors with the Highest Odds
Here are the actors most likely to be the next James Bond, according to Ladbrokes:
- 10. Theo James (14/1 odds) – Known for the Divergent franchise, The Monkey, The Time Traveller's Wife, and The Gentleman. He earned an Emmy nomination for The White Lotus.
- 9. Damson Idris (12/1 odds) – Starred in Black Mirror, F1, The Commuter, and Outside the Wire. His role in Snowfall earned 11 nominations and five wins.
- 8. Aaron Taylor-Johnson (12/1 odds) – Began in Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging, Nowhere Boy, and Kick-Ass. Later starred in Anna Karenina, Nocturnal Animals, Nosferatu, Bullet Train, and 28 Years Later.
- 7. Josh O'Connor (11/1 odds) – Gained recognition in The Durrells. Won an Emmy, Golden Globe, and Critics' Choice Award for playing Prince Charles in The Crown. Also starred in Emma, La Chimera, Challengers, and Disclosure Day.
More actors are listed in the full odds, with Callum Turner currently leading the pack. The next Bond film is expected to begin production soon, with fans eagerly awaiting the announcement of the new 007.
