James Bond: What we know so far about the next 007 film

The James Bond series is preparing for another reboot, with a new actor and creative team following Daniel Craig’s departure after 2021’s *No Time To Die*. The choice matters because it will set the tone for the franchise’s next era, balancing its traditions with a fresh direction.

Producers are expected to name the next 007 in November or December, after reported screen tests in late October. Actors linked to the role include Jack Lowden, Josh O’Connor, Callum Turner, Jack Barton, Nicholas Hoult, Robert Pattinson and Paul Mescal, though a surprise candidate remains possible. Denis Villeneuve is set to direct and Steven Knight to write; the 26th official film is expected to begin production in 2027 and be released in 2028, with its title and exact dates unconfirmed.