Bond Screen Tests Reportedly Near, With Three Actors Named

Amazon MGM Studios is reportedly moving toward screen tests for the next James Bond, with Jack Lowden, Callum Turner and Josh O’Connor among four actors said to be in contention. The studio has not confirmed the reported shortlist, and the fourth candidate has not been identified. The tests could begin as early as October 23 and continue into the following week, according to a casting report cited in multiple accounts. The sessions were reportedly delayed from earlier in October because of scheduling conflicts, with the studio seeking to test all candidates within the same window. Reports differ over whether Jacob Elordi is among the finalists. Several accounts citing the same casting report say he is not; another report has named him as a contender alongside Lowden and an unidentified actor. Amazon MGM has not confirmed either version. One account also speculated that a report naming O’Connor might have confused him with Jack O’Connell, but provided no confirmation of such an error. Producer Amy Pascal has said the casting decision should be announced before the end of 2026. She described the process as methodical and said the creative team is looking for someone notably...