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Robert Pattinson is reportedly among the finalists for James Bond
Robert Pattinson is reportedly among five finalists to play James Bond in a new film directed by Denis Villeneuve.
The British actor is said to have screen-tested for the reboot, which is being made for Amazon MGM Studios.
He said in 2012 that he wanted to play Bond later in his career, adding that a very young version of the spy would be a bad idea.
Pattinson is now 40, while the other four reported contenders are 36.
The casting decision will determine who leads the next Bond film after Daniel Craig's time in the role.
The final screen tests are said to have taken place, and an official announcement is expected soon.
No actor has been confirmed for the part.
Robert Pattinson is reportedly among five finalists for the role of James Bond in Denis Villeneuve’s upcoming reboot for Amazon MGM Studios.
The Hollywood Reporter reported that Pattinson screen-tested for the part.
Other reported contenders are Josh O’Connor, Callum Turner, Jack Lowden and Nicholas Hoult.
Pattinson said in a 2012 interview that he wanted to play Bond later in his career.
No actor has been officially announced for the role.
- Who
- Robert Pattinson and four other reported finalists: Josh O’Connor, Callum Turner, Jack Lowden and Nicholas Hoult.
- What
- They are reportedly in contention for the role of James Bond in an upcoming reboot.
- When
- The report was published on November 10, 2026. Pattinson’s earlier comments were made in 2012.
- Where
- Not stated
- Why
- The article reports that Pattinson screen-tested for the role; the reason for the reported casting process is not stated.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
Pattinson said in an interview that he would like to play Bond but wanted to wait another 20 years.
Josh O’Connor was reported to be among the Bond finalists, alongside Callum Turner and Jack Lowden.
/Film reported that Pattinson had screen-tested and that Nicholas Hoult was also among the reported finalists.
- Reported finalists
- Robert Pattinson, Josh O’Connor, Callum Turner, Jack Lowden and Nicholas Hoult
- Upcoming film
- Bond reboot directed by Denis Villeneuve for Amazon MGM Studios
- Pattinson screen test
- Reported by The Hollywood Reporter
- Pattinson’s age
- 40
- Earlier Bond comments
- Interviewed in 2012
What people are saying
definitely like to go for Bond
There'd be nothing worse than, like, 'Let's get a fresh-faced Bond!'
That would be the worst idea in the world.
After Daniel Craig you have to have some baggage