Will Aaron Taylor-Johnson be the next 007? The actor has a casting deal in the bag if sources are to be believed. However, recently he shared a different story.
Speculation that the “Bullet Train” star would become the next James Bond has rocked the entertainment industry for years, with many claiming he is a top contender among a host of famous actors. While fans were excited to see her take on the challenge, Taylor-Johnson had other plans.
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Aaron Taylor-Johnson Distances Himself From James Bond Rumors
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Since British novelist Ian Fleming created the fictional character in 1953, he has been portrayed in several films by some of Hollywood’s best male actors. The last MI6 agent to rock the world was Daniel Craig, and his successor is reportedly Aaron Taylor-Johnson.
Following claims that he is taking over the reins, the 33-year-old has apparently denied receiving an offer for the iconic character. In a new interview, he claims he can only tackle confirmed projects like his latest film, “Kraven the Hunter.”
“I can only talk about what I’m going to show and tell. So, The Fall Guy, Nosferatu, Kraven the Hunter,” Taylor-Johnson said according to The Independent. He also hinted at his lack of interest in Bond’s claims, saying:
“I don’t feel like I have to have a future laid out for me. I feel like, whatever is laid out for me, I can do better.”
Taylor-Johnson continued to distance himself from the 007 project, adding that he “doesn’t necessarily want to… do one action movie after another” to become his “brand.”
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Taylor-Johnson Allegedly Received ‘Official Offer’ For The Role
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Rumors about Taylor-Johnson’s Bond role began when sources claimed that Eon Productions, which makes the spy film, will reportedly begin filming this year with the 33-year-old actor as their male lead.
“Bond is Aaron’s job, if he wants to accept it. An official offer is on the table, and they are waiting to hear back,” claimed a source, according to The Sun, who stated that an official announcement could be made soon, saying :
“As for Eon, Aaron will sign his contract in the next few days, and they can start preparing for the big announcement.”
The insider also confirmed that a script for a new Bond film is being worked on, with production scheduled to take place at Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire.
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‘Kick-A–‘ Star Treats Role As ‘Compliment’
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As noted, Taylor-Johnson has been up for the big-name role alongside A-list actors like Oscar winner Cillian Murphy, Idris Elba, Henry Cavill, and James Norton. When asked how it felt to take on the title of 007, the 33-year-old said:
“I think it’s interesting and wonderful that people see me in that role. I take it as a great compliment.”
Taylor-Johnson’s humble reaction to his possible Bond appearance contrasts with the source’s proud recollection of how he opened the door to the iconic Bond role.
According to them, he achieved this feat thanks to his Golden Globe award-winning performance as a psychopath in the 2016 thriller “Nocturnal Animals.” A source said:
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“Aaron may not be the most famous in his field, but he is a very talented actor. His role in Nocturnal Animals shows his depth as an actor. He is the perfect person to play Bond and will pick up well from where Daniel left off. .”
Taylor-Johnson Reportedly Impressed Producers At Secret Audition
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The “Avengers: Age of Ultron” actor reportedly met with 007 producers like Barbara Broccoli for a secret audition in 2022. He reportedly shot several scenes as Bond, including one of the iconic gun barrel sequences.
Recalling his great performance, a source said: “Aaron went for a screen test to be the next Bond in September, and the producers and Barbara loved it.” They claim her gun-barreled flirtatious scene brought her “one step closer to sealing the deal.”
The source also added: “Boss at the brand were really impressed with his unique combination of acting intensity and his impressive back catalog of action films.”
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Idris Elba Denies Possible Engagement Next
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While Taylor-Johnson is making waves as the main contender for Bond, Elba is rumored to be the next actor to take over from Craig.
The “Luther” star explained: “I love the Bond franchise; I’m very close to the producers. We all laugh about the rumor because it just is.”
Although he noted that he could not speak for Bond’s producers, from his perspective, Elba insisted that “there was never any truth to any of that. It’s a compliment and an honor — but it’s not the truth.”
Bond Issuers Seem to Imply Elba May Take Role
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Elba was attached to the role of Bond when Amy Pascal — a Sony Pictures executive — detailed in a leaked 2014 email that she felt that “Idris should be the next Bond.”
The speculation increased after 007 lead producer Barbara Broccoli said the famous actor had “been part of the conversation” from the start during a podcast appearance in 2022.
However, Craig’s presence was the only thing he considered a hindrance to Elba taking the helm at that time. Broccoli explained that they wanted his last film, “No Time to Die,” to finish its run before considering a new 007 agent.
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