Denis Villeneuve is Hitting the Gas for '007' James Bond Casting

According to a new statement from Denis Villeneuve, the selection of the next James Bond is still underway.

In an interview with GQ , the director gave an update on the selection process for the new 007 and stated that the team is speeding up the work. When asked if Daniel Craig's successor had already been chosen, the filmmaker replied that the casting "is in process" and assured that he is "stepping on the gas." Previously, Villeneuve had already said that he was having a lot of fun with the search for the next interpreter of the secret agent.

Among the most recent names mentioned as candidates for the role are Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult, who reportedly auditioned for the character, according to Deadline. Jack Lowden, Josh O'Connor, and Callum Turner were also said to be among the actors considered.

Daniel Craig last played James Bond in No Time to Die, released in 2021. To this date, the production has not announced who will take on the role in the next film in the franchise. It is expected that the choice will be revealed before Thanksgiving.

Everything you need to know about the future of 007

With over 20 films released since the 1960s, 007 is one of the longest-running franchises in cinema history. From the very beginning, the Broccoli family has stewarded the character and his films—first with Cubby Broccoli, founder of Eon, and later with his children, Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli. In 2025, however, the Broccolis decided to sell creative control of the character to Amazon MGM Studios for a reported $1 billion. Within Amazon, Amy Pascal—producer for the Spider-Man films—and David Heyman—who produced the Harry Potter adaptations—were selected to produce and manage the franchise.

It is not yet known when the new James Bond film will be released, let alone who will take on the role of Agent 007. However, Denis Villeneuve (Sicario, Dune) will direct, and Steven Knight (Peaky Blinders) is handling the screenplay.