Gen Z -opportunity for the next James Bond unveiled

Villeneuve, 56, was officially announced last month as director of the 26th Bond film. The best known for helmet Dune And ArrivalHe has called himself a “die-hard James Bond fan” and promised to “honor the tradition” of the franchise.

But according to sources from the industry, the filmmaker also wants to restart the role with a new generation, in particular a Gen Z Bond Under 30. That would be a dramatic shift for the franchise and the current front runners such as Aaron Taylor-Johnson, 35, James Norton, 39, and Theo James, 40.

Elordi, who recently played a sultry Elvis Presley in Sofia Coppolas Priscilla and it is quite known for its role as the volatile nate Jacobs in HBOs EuphoriaHas emerged as the bookmaker’s favorite. His towering 6ft 5 in frame, sultry charm and imminent presence on the screen have made him a compelling candidate.

“He can do softly, but there is also something dangerous behind the eyes,” said a casting insider. Behind is Micheal Ward, 27, whose versions in Top boys And Blue story have earned him a lot of praise.

A former model, Ward, brings both elegance and a lead on the screen – qualities that, according to some, can make him the first black actor to play Bond.