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Actor Jack Lowden, recognized for his role as Lawrence of Arabia in EA's Battlefield 1, is reportedly a finalist to portray James Bond. Deadline indicates that final auditions, involving screen tests, are scheduled to occur over the coming week.
The casting shortlist reportedly includes Callum Turner and Josh O'Connor alongside Lowden. While The Insneider suggested Jacob Elordi might be the fourth candidate, The Hollywood Reporter claims Elordi is not participating in the testing process.
Amazon MGM Studios, which acquired the franchise, has stated the search for the next actor is underway but declined to comment on specific casting details. An official announcement regarding the role is anticipated before the end of the year.
The upcoming film is set to be directed by Denis Villeneuve. This production follows the conclusion of Daniel Craig's five-film tenure, which ended with the 2021 release of No Time To Die.
