Who will be the next James Bond?
The current favourites to be the next James Bond include Jack Lowden, Harris Dickinson, Callum Turner, Theo James & Aaron Taylor-Johnson
Classified Intel: FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions regarding 007 & Casting Rumours
When will the next James Bond be announced?
An official announcement is expected around November 2026. Eon Productions has not yet confirmed an exact release date or casting schedule.
Will the next James Bond be a reboot or a continuation?
It is planned as a full reboot — new timeline, new origin, no connection to Craig's era
What are the requirements to be cast as the next James Bond?
British, male, under ~30 preferred, able to commit to a 10–15 year / 5-film arc.
Who is directing and writing the next James Bond film?
Denis Villeneuve (director) and Steven Knight (screenwriter).
Will James Bond still be male — could the next Bond be female?
Producer Barbara Broccoli has repeatedly stated James Bond himself will remain male, though new female 00-agents may appear alongside him.
When is the next James Bond film actually coming out / What is the Bond 26 release date?
No official date exists — industry consensus points to 2028 as the earliest realistic theatrical release, with filming likely starting 2027.