Lowden, Turner or a Dark Horse: One James Bond Casting Test Has Nothing to Do With Acting

Final screen tests are under way for the next James Bond, with Jack Lowden and Callum Turner reported as leading contenders. The casting matters because the role carries a long commitment and the actor’s conduct can affect the reputation and production of one of cinema’s best-known franchises.

Lowden’s work in *Slow Horses* shows action and drama, while his more ordinary, low-key manner could offer a fresh take on Bond. Turner is described as a polished, conventionally suave fit, while Jack O’Connell and Josh O’Connor are also reportedly in the mix. The article argues producers must weigh professionalism, public behaviour and ability to work with fans and colleagues alongside screen presence: the role may span four or five films over 10 to 12 years.