A new
British Actor will be taking over the role of
James Bond (Image: David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Omega) Get the latest entertainment news sent straight to your inbox with our weekly Showbiz newsletter More Newsletters Subscribe Please enter a valid email Something went wrong, please try again later. More Newsletters We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. More info Thank you for subscribing! We have more newsletters Show me See Our Privacy Notice See Our Privacy Notice × Group 28 Get the latest entertainment news sent straight to your inbox with our weekly Showbiz newsletter Invalid email Something went wrong, please try again later. Sign Up No thanks, close We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. More info × Group 28 Thank you for subscribing! We have more newsletters Show Me No thanks, close See our Privacy Notice A British actor has reportedly been offered the role to be the next James Bond and will be signing a contract in the coming days. Speculation has been rife over who would take over the legendary 007 part since Daniel Craig said he would be leaving the franchise. Now Marvel Star Aaron Taylor-Johnson is said to have beaten stiff competition and will be taking over from Craig after impressing producers, reports the Mirror. Read More Related Articles Suffering Scot wants butcher NHS surgeon brought to justice before victims die Read More Related Articles Crash which catapulted motorcyclist off bike and over bridge caught on camera Cillian Murphy was a hot contender but last week insisted that he's 'too old' to play the role,
shooting down feverish excitement surrounding the Oscar-winning star becoming the next 007. The
Irish actor, 47, was reportedly top of film bosses lists after his incredible portrayal of J. Robert Oppenheimer in Christopher Nolan's masterpiece. Peaky Blinders actor Cillian impressed bosses so much after his BAFTA-winning performance that they were 'desperate' for him to take on the legendary role which was previously filled by fellow Irish actor Pierce Brosnan, as well as Sean Connery, and Roger Moore. However, it seems that Aaron, 33, has beaten both Cillian and Idris to the part. Eon Productions, which makes the spy thriller movies, is set to start shooting the latest offering from the franchise this year, and Aaron is reportedly on-board for what will be the biggest role of his career. An insider said: "Bond is Aaron's
Job, should he wish to accept it. The formal offer is on the table and they are waiting to hear back. As far as Eon is concerned, Aaron is going to sign his contract in the coming days and they can start preparing for the big announcement." Aaron Taylor-Johnson (Image: 2024 Getty Images) The next Bond installment had been delayed due to the 2023
Hollywood strikes but insiders say that a script was now being worked on, with production scheduled to take place at Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire 'as soon as possible'. Aaron previously said he finds it flattering that fans of 007 would consider him to be the perfect fit to play the next Bond. "I find it charming and wonderful that people see me in that role. I take it as a great compliment," he said. It comes after a new survey revealed that nearly a fifth of James Bond fans (17%) would like to see Idris Elba as the next actor to step into the iconic 007 role. The "Luther" star topped the list of favourites to continue the film franchise - ahead of Tom Hardy, Henry Cavill, and Happy Valley star, James Norton. Other popular choices on the top 20 list included Tom Hiddleston, Tom Holland and Jamie Dornan. Join the Daily Record
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