AN unexpected Brit name has been thrown into the ring to play the next James Bond.
Bookmaker has announced the surprising news about who is currently in the lead to
Daniel Craig’s role as the MI5 agent is up for grabsCredit: Rex
Back To Black star Jack O’Connell is the current frontrunnerCredit: Alamy
It has been revealed name is flying high after seeing support rise over the last 48 hours.
The SAS: Rogue Heroes star is a big contender to jump into ‘s boots with odds to 8-1 (from 33-1).
The new movie will be written by Oscar-nominated filmmaker – who was behind iconic TV show Peaky Blinders.
also wrote and worked with Jack on the feature.
The 28 Years Later actor has come a long way since his days in the Skins cast.
O’Connell has played a variety of roles since he starred in the TV teen drama as James Cook from 2009 to 2010 – and for the show’s final season in 2013.
Ever since said goodbye to the role in 2021 release No Time To Die, the role of super spy has been up for grabs, with speculation rife over who should take over.
Coral stated the odds: 4-5 Callum Turner, 3-1 Aaron Taylor-Johnson, 3-1 Theo James, 6-1 Henry Cavill, 8-1 Jack O’Connell, 10-1 Anthony Boyle, 12-1 Harris Dickinson, 16-1 Jack Lowden, 16-1 .
Actors to play Bond include Spider-Man star , 28, Bridget Jones hunk , 28, SAS Rogue Heroes leading man , plus Hero Fiennes Tiffin, 27, and Kit Connor, 21.
Irishman , 29, is also said to be in the frame along with Wuthering Heights heart-throb , 27.
Among the other names rumoured to be in the frame included , Callum Turner and Henry Cavill.
The Sun recently revealed — spearheaded by new owners Prime Video — will start filming before the end of the year.
Work has already begun on assembling the crew with a view to starting filming late autumn into early winter.
Amazon has yet to confirm anything about and there’s no hint as to what it will be called.
But if the cameras start to roll this year it means it could wrap in 2027 and be on our screens by 2028.
The franchise was snapped up by the streaming giants after 2021’s No Time To Die featured the .
Jack as James Cook in E4s Skins from 2009-2010Credit: E4
Jack starred in movie SAS: Rogue HeroesCredit: BBC
Could Callum Turner be the next 007?Credit: Alamy
Jacob Elordi of Wuthering Heights fame is a favouriteCredit: Alamy
Peaky Blinders boss Steven Knight will be behind the movie and has worked with JackCredit: Getty Who will be the next James Bond?
Names in the mix to play 007 include:
Tom Holland
Fans have come up with a theory that producer Amy Pascal – who has worked with for years – could be involved in casting the new 007 film.
Henry Cavill
After playing legend Superman, is now being tipped to be the next .
The former superhero would step into the role with ease.
James Nelson-Joyce
The actor first impressed audiences with his acting skills when he starred in alongside the legendary .
Theo James
Theo’s name was thrown into the hat after .
His performance in the series made him an ideal candidate for the next actor to fill the shoes of 007.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson
The actor has for a long time.
It was after it was revealed back in 2022 that the Brit had already at Pinewood Studios, .
James Norton
The actor has been a hot contender for the next Bond for many years.
The chiselled star is known for playing the lead role of Sidney Chambers in , and also in .
Jacob Elordi
Following , the popular actor’s odds to take on the spy role have soared.
After the release of his new flick, Jacob is now said to hold high odds.
Callum Turner
The London-born star was top of the list and has previously dodged questions on whether he’d take on the role.
Harris Dickinson
The newcomer actor’s stock has risen greatly over the past few years with appearances in Where The Crawdads Sing and , opposite .
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