August 3, 2025: The future of the James Bond franchise is a hot topic in Hollywood, with new comments from two British stars and a surprising casting rumor for the next Bond girl.
Tom Holland has admitted that playing the iconic spy would be the “pinnacle” of his career. Speaking on Gordon Ramsay’s YouTube show, the 29-year-old actor addressed speculation about him being the next 007. “Listen, there’s speculation at the moment. We’ll keep it to a minimum for now. We’ll get there one day,” he said, adding that “every young British actor” dreams of the role.
In stark contrast, Taron Egerton dismissed the idea of him taking on the role, stating he is “too messy” for it. The 35-year-old actor told Collider that he believes there are “so many cool, younger actors who would be great for it,” and that the “big old undertaking” of the role might not make him happiest.
Meanwhile, a new name is reportedly being lined up for the franchise’s next Bond girl. Sydney Sweeney is said to be the top name on the casting sheet for director Denis Villeneuve’s upcoming film. According to The Sun, the move is backed by Amazon boss Jeff Bezos, who now has creative control of the franchise. A source stated that Sweeney’s “alluring appeal to younger generations” and athletic ability make her a vital choice for modernizing the franchise.