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A-Lister, 40, Makes Surprise Play for James Bond Role
The Daily Beast • • general
Key Points:
- Robert Pattinson, known for roles in Twilight and The Batman, has reportedly screen-tested for the role of James Bond, competing against younger actors.
- Pattinson was the fourth of five actors to screen-test, with contenders including Josh O’Connor, Callum Turner, and Jack Lowden, all aged 36, similar to Daniel Craig's age when he first played Bond.
- The upcoming Bond film will be the first produced under Amazon's new leadership after the company acquired the franchise from the Broccolis in 2025.
- The role of James Bond traditionally goes to less established actors, making Pattinson's candidacy notable given his A-list status.
