Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult added to James Bond screen-test shortlist

Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult added to James Bond screen-test shortlist

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Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult joined a screen-test lineup for the next James Bond role in the United Kingdom, insiders said, expanding the shortlist to five candidates. Variety reported that the two were among the actors who screen-tested as the franchise moves forward under Amazon MGM Studios.

Earlier speculation indicated that at least four actors had auditioned, with three names identified and a fourth remaining unnamed, according to The Independent. Actress Kristin Scott Thomas praised Jack Lowden as having the qualities for Bond, and former Bond star Pierce Brosnan endorsed Callum Turner as a potential successor, as reported by The Telegraph, Variety and The Hollywood Reporter.

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Jack Lowden Callum Turner Josh O’Connor Jack O’Connell Jack Barton Joe Alwyn Nina Gold Jacob Elordi Harris Dickinson Nicholas Hoult Denis Villeneuve Deadline The Hollywood Reporter Page Six Reddit

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United Kingdom

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November 07, 2026
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Rob Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult added to James Bond screen test lineup
Rob Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult added to James Bond screen test lineup

Deadline • 07 Nov 03:33

Insiders say Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult joined a group of actors testing for the next James Bond role, expanding the shortlist to five candidates.

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Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult among actors who screen-tested for new James Bond
Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult among actors who screen-tested for new James Bond

Variety • 07 Nov 03:07

Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult were reported to have screen-tested for the next James Bond role as the franchise prepares to move forward under Amazon MGM Studios.

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November 03, 2026
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Pierce Brosnan praises Callum Turner as a top candidate for James Bond
Pierce Brosnan praises Callum Turner as a top candidate for James Bond

The Hollywood Reporter • 03 Nov 15:21

In a Vanity Fair interview, former Bond actor Pierce Brosnan expressed admiration for the young actors being considered for the role, highlighting Callum Turner and Denis Villeneuve's upcoming direction.

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Pierce Brosnan Endorses Callum Turner as Potential New James Bond
Pierce Brosnan Endorses Callum Turner as Potential New James Bond

Variety • 03 Nov 13:57

Former Bond actor Pierce Brosnan said he admires Callum Turner and could see him taking over the role, while noting other candidates are also being considered.

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Kristin Scott Thomas praises Jack Lowden as potential James Bond
Kristin Scott Thomas praises Jack Lowden as potential James Bond

The Telegraph • 03 Nov 11:09

Actress Kristin Scott Thomas said Jack Lowden has the qualities needed for the next James Bond, while producers remain methodical about casting.

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November 02, 2026
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Speculation Swirls Over Unnamed Actor Testing for James Bond Role
Speculation Swirls Over Unnamed Actor Testing for James Bond Role

The Independent • 02 Nov 10:47

Industry reports confirm that at least four actors auditioned for the next James Bond, with three names identified and the fourth remaining unknown amid widespread speculation.

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