Actor Screen-Tested for 007 Role
IGN • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Robert Pattinson reportedly screen-tested for the role of James Bond in the 26th film, with tests occurring around October 24, alongside contenders Callum Turner, Jack Lowden, Josh O’Connor, and Nicholas Hoult.
- Harry Styles and Theo James are also mentioned as potential candidates for the role, highlighting a competitive casting process for the iconic character.
- Pattinson, who recently worked with Bond 26 director Denis Villeneuve on Dune: Part 3, is currently filming The Batman: Part 2 in London, making a dual franchise lead possible though uncommon.
- At 40 years old, Pattinson is older than the other main contenders, who are all around 36, and contrasts with earlier reports that producers sought a younger, fresh face for Bond.
- The article invites audience engagement by asking opinions on Pattinson potentially playing both Batman and James Bond and seeks views on his best movie performance.
