Callum Turner overtakes everyone else: According to insiders, the 35-year-old is Denis Villeneuve’s favorite for James Bond 2026. All the details about the surprising candidate.
The James Bond series has been taking a break since the last film in 2021. The new offshoot of the franchise is even more eagerly awaited for 2026. The most frequently asked question is: Who will take on the role of James Bond and portray Agent 007 in the new edition? Now there is actually a new favorite – and no one expected him.
Callum Turner as favorite for James Bond 2026
Preparations for the project are in full swing. While the script is being written, one question in particular is on the producers’ minds: Who will play the agent? Since Daniel Craig hung up his spy shoes, virtually every name of a British actor who fits the profile has been circulating in the rumor mill. Now a new name has been thrown into the ring that few had previously expected: Callum Turner.
A few days ago, various betting sites that give their tips for the new Bond actor brought Turner’s name into play. Usually such betting sites are not reliable sources. Shortly afterwards, however, one of the best-connected Hollywood insiders brought the 35-year-old Brit into the picture.
Jeff Sneider regularly lands big scoops around Hollywood with his newsletter “TheInSneider.” According to his sources, Turner is not only in the running for the coveted role, but is also director Denis Villeneuve’s favorite. But: The casting hasn’t officially started yet and no offers have been made yet.
Callum Turner and his career
Turner, who has been engaged to Dua Lipa since 2024, is still waiting for his big break in the film business, but has already appeared in a few projects. Among other things, he appeared in the Apple TV+ production “Masters of Air” and was already part of the Harry Potter universe. He played the wizard Theseus Scamander in two of the “Fantastic Beasts” films.
Turner received widespread praise for his performance in the historical film “Queen & Country”. He was also seen in the Jane Austen film adaptation “Emma”, the romantic film “A Fistful of Words” and the drama “The Boys in the Boat” and was able to attract attention. He will next be seen in the cinema in the RomCom “Eternity”.
The Brit looks like an old-school film star, his appearance reminiscent of bygone times and the old heroes of Hollywood. Maybe that’s exactly the profile director Villeneuve is looking for. However, an official casting is still a long way off.
Everything is still in its infancy
However, the expert Sneider also noted that the project is still at a very early stage. Nothing has been decided yet and many things can still change. Turner is Villeneuve’s favorite, but the film’s producers also have a decisive say.