Taking over the mantle from Daniel Craig, who played MI6’s most famous spy James Bond, for 15 years, Kick-Ass movie star Aaron Taylor-Johnson is reportedly expected to accept the role of 007. While Eon Productions and Barbara Broccoli have been worried about the next casting of Bond after Craig’s exit, insiders alleged that Johnson has already been formally offered the job.
Although several reputed outlets covered the alleged report of Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s casting as James Bond, nothing has been confirmed so far, by official sources. Meanwhile, taking to their X accounts, netizens began offering their reactions and extreme opinions on the MCU actor’s reported casting.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson Reportedly Expected to be the Next James Bond
Ever since Daniel Craig bid adieu to the James Bond franchise in 2021, speculations began regarding who might take over the mantle. For months, fans offered their suggestions and favorite actors who might be best suited for the role. However, Barbara Broccoli repeatedly disappointed fans with upsetting news about the lack of potential actors to take on the role.
However, finally, it seems the wait is over for James Bond fans, as The Sun reported that the 33-year-old British hunk, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, popularly known for his MCU role has reportedly been offered the opportunity to play the iconic secret agent. According to insiders who shared the news with the outlet, Johnson has been formally offered the job and is now expected to accept the offer.
“Bond is Aaron’s job, should he wish to accept it. The formal offer is on the table and they are waiting to hear back. As far as Eon is concerned, Aaron is going to sign his contract in the coming days and they can start preparing for the big announcement.” a source shared.
Since the next Bond movie has been delayed by last year’s Hollywood strikes, it offered the franchise enough time to seek out Aaron Taylor-Johnson as their next 007. Although previously, it was reported that Oscar-winning Cillian Murphy, Idris Elba, Henry Cavill, and James Norton were running for the role, it is now being reported that Johnson has already received his formal offer.
Fans Offer an Array of Reactions to Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s Alleged Casting
The Sun previously reported in 2022 that Aaron Taylor-Johnson was secretly running for the job as he screen tested for the Bond movie. Therefore addressing that very speculation, ahead of the alleged reports of Johnson’s casting as 007, the Kick-Ass and Marvel films actor was asked whether he would step into Bond’s shoes.
“I find it charming and wonderful that people see me in that role. I take it as a great compliment.” Johnson replied.
Taking Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s versatile acting skills into account, the actor is now being considered as the best possible successor for Daniel Craig‘s James Bond, by sources. Insiders who shared the reports with the outlet stated that they have full faith in Johnson’s capabilities. Although he has yet to achieve dominance over the industry, sources believe,
“He is the perfect person to play Bond and will pick up well from where Daniel left off.”
Meanwhile, as the report of Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s alleged casting as James Bond hit social media, netizens expressed their array of opinions on the news. Taking to X, netizens’ reaction went to an extreme level, on this particular segment. With a bunch of people supporting the star, while others criticized the alleged decision, the platform went crazy after the report hit social media.
Good choice especially if you've watched Bullet Train
— Charlie.leathers.90 (@90Leathers) March 19, 2024
Good choice
— mimicracy (@mimicracyy) March 19, 2024
Eww why? Give it to Edris Elba already
— Matt Tai (@82_horde) March 19, 2024
Should’ve been Idris
— Ace Boogie (@NewStripeCity) March 19, 2024
Huge downgrade
— Daniel White (@BlackZues79) March 19, 2024
He doesn't sell tickets
— Spooky (@SpookySoto) March 19, 2024
he's a pretty good actor (e.g. Nocturnal animals, bullet train), definitely a good choice .
— Ray (@raytatai2024) March 19, 2024
Although there has been no official confirmation about Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s casting as James Bond, fans are already losing their mind over the alleged reports. It’s only a matter of time until the franchise or the actor himself clarifies the veracity of the news.
