Entertainment · November 7, 2026
Robert Pattinson, Nicholas Hoult Screen-Tested for James Bond Role: Reports
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Recent reports indicate that Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult have screen-tested for the role of James Bond, joining a shortlist of contenders to succeed Daniel Craig. The screen tests reportedly took place around October 24 under director Denis Villeneuve, who is slated to lead the next installment of the franchise. While Callum Turner, Jack Lowden, and Josh O’Connor were previously identified as favorites, the addition of established stars like Pattinson and Hoult represents an expansion of the search. Additionally, Harry Styles has reportedly had discussions regarding the role, though it remains unclear if he participated in a screen test. Amazon MGM Studios has not officially commented on these developments.
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Robert Pattinson Screen-Tested for James Bond, Report
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Robert Pattinson, Nicholas Hoult Screen-Tested for James Bond Role: Reports
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Robert Pattinson participated in a screen test for the role of James Bond
- The screen tests took place in late October
- Denis Villeneuve is the director associated with the upcoming Bond films
- Nicholas Hoult also participated in a screen test for the role
- Callum Turner and Jack Lowden are among the other finalists for the role
- Amazon MGM Studios has not commented on the reports
Reported by only some outlets
- The Hollywood Reporter specifically cites the weekend of Oct. 24 as the date of the tests
- Rolling Stone and The Hollywood Reporter mention that Nicholas Hoult was previously a runner-up to Pattinson for the Batman role
- Rolling Stone and TMZ mention Jack Lowden and Callum Turner as finalists
- The Hollywood Reporter includes Josh O’Connor as one of the known hopefuls
- Rolling Stone reports that Harry Styles had discussions about the role
- Rolling Stone notes that Pattinson and Villeneuve recently worked together on Dune: Part Three
Confirmed
- Robert Pattinson screen-tested for James Bond
- Nicholas Hoult screen-tested for James Bond
- Denis Villeneuve is directing the project
- Screen tests occurred in late October
- Callum Turner and Jack Lowden are in the mix for the role
Reported
- Harry Styles had discussions about playing Bond (Rolling Stone)
- Josh O’Connor is among those who screen tested (The Hollywood Reporter)
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