George Clooney has made his choice for the new James Bond

The American actor supports Callum Turner to play the next 007.

Speculation is rife around the identity of the future Agent 007.

For his part, George Clooney has already decided.

In an interview given to The Hollywood Reporterthe American actor and director showed his preference for Callum Turner, whom he knows well for having directed him in the sports drama They were one man (2023). For Clooney, his casting would almost be obvious:

“I hope Callum will be the next Bond. I think he would be a great Bond. He’s tall, handsome, charming, British… he’s the perfect candidate.“

A position which is not insignificant, even if the actor admits to relying on an intuition shared by part of the industry and betting platforms, where Turner is already among the favorites.

But the person concerned remains cautious and claims to know nothing about the discussions surrounding the role:

“It’s funny with this Bond story: even your best friends write to you, people you haven’t seen for ten years… and you know absolutely nothing about it. It’s weird, nothing actually happens, and at the same time everyone talks to me about it…“

The 007 saga is entering a new phase under the leadership of Amazon MGM Studios, now in creative helm. The project brings together screenwriter Steven Knight, producers Amy Pascal and David Heyman, as well as director Denis Villeneuve, responsible for relaunching the franchise with this James Bond 26.