Amazon MGM Starts Bond 26 Auditions With Nina Gold to Replace Daniel Craig
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Updated · Variety · May 14
Amazon MGM Starts Bond 26 Auditions With Nina Gold to Replace Daniel Craig
4 articles · Updated · Variety · May 14
Amazon MGM has begun auditioning actors for Bond 26 in recent weeks, formally launching the search for Daniel Craig’s successor as 007.
Nina Gold is helping lead the casting process, bringing franchise experience from Game of Thrones, The Crown and five Star Wars films, including Daisy Ridley’s casting as Rey.
The studio is keeping candidate details private, despite speculation around names including Jacob Elordi, Callum Turner and Aaron Taylor-Johnson.
Denis Villeneuve will direct the next Bond film, with Amy Pascal and David Heyman producing and Steven Knight writing, signaling Amazon MGM’s broader push to shape the franchise’s next chapter.
After Daniel Craig's definitive ending, how can a new actor restart the timeline without erasing his powerful legacy?
Is the hunt for a younger 007 a creative reboot or just a business decision for franchise longevity?
Will Denis Villeneuve’s distinct style honor Bond's gritty legacy or create a completely new kind of spy film?
Bond 26 Update (May 2026): Amazon MGM’s Search for 007, Creative Vision, and Global Franchise Strategy
Overview
Amazon MGM Studios has officially begun the search for the next James Bond as of early May 2026, taking a careful and respectful approach to casting for Bond 26. The studio recognizes the great responsibility of continuing the beloved series and is assembling a world-class creative team, including director Denis Villeneuve, producers Amy Pascal and David Heyman, executive producer Tanya Lapointe, and screenwriter Steven Knight. This talented group aims to create a film worthy of the Bond legacy. While the casting process is ongoing and no official announcements have been made, Amazon MGM Studios is committed to delivering a thoughtful and high-quality new chapter for 007.