Pierce Brosnan Backs Callum Turner for Next James Bond Role
- Pierce Brosnan has publicly praised Callum Turner as "so strong" for the role of James Bond.
- Turner is currently considered a top finalist alongside Jack Lowden and Josh O’Connor.
- Amazon MGM Studios has not confirmed a casting decision or provided a specific announcement date.
- The upcoming film will be directed by Denis Villeneuve and produced by Amy Pascal and David Heyman.
- Brosnan previously portrayed James Bond in four films between 1995 and 2002.
Former James Bond actor Pierce Brosnan has given his public blessing to Callum Turner as a potential successor for the 007 role. Brosnan, who played the iconic spy in four films between 1995 and 2002, stated in a Vanity Fair interview published Tuesday that Turner is "so strong".
Brosnan stated in a Vanity Fair interview that he is eager to see who is cast as the next Bond.
Finalists emerge in the search for the next 007
The search for the next James Bond has narrowed to a list of finalists including Callum Turner, Jack Lowden, Josh O’Connor, and one unidentified actor. Producers issued at least four screen-test offers, while actors Jacob Elordi and Jack O’Connell are no longer under consideration for the role.
Betting markets on Kalshi give Turner a 45% implied probability of winning the part, placing him one point ahead of Lowden, though a Screen Rant audience poll currently shows Lowden in the lead.
Professional history between Brosnan and Turner
Brosnan and Turner share a professional history that predates this casting cycle.
New creative direction for the Bond franchise
The next James Bond film will feature a new creative team, with Denis Villeneuve set to direct and Steven Knight writing the script. Producers Amy Pascal and David Heyman will lead the project, which is the first entry in the franchise not produced by Eon Productions.
Brosnan recently discussed the vision Villeneuve intends to bring to the film series.
Amazon MGM Studios maintains silence on casting
Amazon MGM Studios has not confirmed a casting decision for the next film. The studio stated it does not plan to comment on specific details during the search.
No official release date or announcement date exists for the project, though reports suggest an announcement could occur before the end of 2026.
Brosnan reflects on the search for a new Bond
Pierce Brosnan, who portrayed James Bond in 4 motion pictures, is actively following the search for his successor. Brosnan praised the current field of young actors for their voice, physique, presence on film, and career longevity.
In 2025, Brosnan stated that Aaron Taylor-Johnson would be a great choice for the role of James Bond.
Background on Callum Turner and recent developments
Turner is engaged to Dua Lipa.
The interview with Brosnan, who appeared in the 2026 holiday campaign for Burberry, took place before reports surfaced this week suggesting Turner had moved ahead of rivals Jack Lowden and Josh O’Connor.
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