New James Bond Actor Expected to Be Named This Year, Producer Says
Who will take the 007 mantle after Daniel Craig? Not long to find out, as the identity of the new James Bond will be announced this year, according to producer Amy Pascal.
The search for the next James Bond may be nearing its end. Producer Amy Pascal has said it is a "good bet" that the actor who will take on the role of 007 will be announced in 2025, according to Euronews. Daniel Craig last played the character in the 2021 film No Time to Die, leaving the part open to a successor.
Pascal's remarks are the clearest signal yet from those close to the franchise that a decision has been reached, though no name has been confirmed as of writing.
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