Robert Pattinson rumors heat up as new 007 director says he “can’t stop thinking” about Primetime

Robert Pattinson has reportedly tested for the next James Bond role, fuelling speculation that he may be a leading contender. The rumours gained attention after director Denis Villeneuve praised *Primetime*, a recent film starring Pattinson, when asked which movie had stayed on his mind.

Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult are reported to have auditioned, joining a shortlist previously said to include Jack Lowden, Callum Turner, Josh O’Connor and an unnamed actor. Villeneuve is directing the next Bond film and has also cast Pattinson in *Dune 3*; Lowden said he was flattered by the Bond speculation but would not add to it.