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Jack Lowden Flattered by James Bond Rumors
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In Short: While the publications agree that Lowden is flattered by the rumors, they differ on whether he has confirmed his involvement in the screen tests or the extent of his interest in the role.
Actor Jack Lowden, known for his role in 'Slow Horses,' has addressed the speculation that he could be the next James Bond, calling it 'flattering' in an interview with BBC.
According to Entertainment Weekly, Lowden was visibly unsettled when asked about the rumors during an interview with British GQ, responding with an 'oh, Christ.' Film-News.co.uk noted that Lowden acknowledged the rumors as a rite of passage for British actors of a certain age and look.
BBC and Film-News.co.uk both reported that Lowden participated in screen tests for the role, alongside Callum Turner and Josh O'Connor, though Lowden himself did not confirm or deny this in his interviews.
Gary Oldman, Lowden's co-star in 'Slow Horses,' had his 'fingers crossed' for Lowden, suggesting he believed Lowden had been chosen for the role.
Despite the support from Oldman, Lowden told BBC and Entertainment Weekly that he was not adding to the 'noise' surrounding the casting process, emphasizing that he was not confirming or denying the rumors.
The Hollywood Reporter noted that Nina Gold, who cast Lowden in 'Slow Horses,' is also leading the search for the new Bond, adding a layer of intrigue to the speculation.
While the publications agree that Lowden is flattered by the rumors, they differ on whether he has confirmed his involvement in the screen tests or the extent of his interest in the role.
In summary, the publications agree that Lowden is flattered by the speculation but remains noncommittal about his involvement in the casting process.
What's confirmed
- According to reports, Lowden, Callum Turner, Josh O'Connor and a fourth mystery actor participated in screen tests last month.
- During an appearance on Canada's The Morning Show, Oldman declared that the new Bond had already been picked and his "fingers are crossed for Jack", leading many to believe he had announced Lowden's casting.
What's still developing
- The actor chosen will replace Daniel Craig, who took over the role of Bond with Casino Royale in 2006 and bowed out after his fifth film, No Time To Die, in 2021.
- 4, noting the rumors are their “own thing.” In lieu of an actual answer, the actress said that she and Lowden are more focused on what’s happening in their own lives.
- “Well, Gary Oldman thinks he’s James Bond,” Ronan quipped to the Associated Press on Oct.
- Ever since Daniel Craig wrapped up his chapter as James Bond, fans have been chomping at the bit to find out who will succeed him as the world's most famous secret agent.
- Trina Parks, who was a Bond Girl opposite Sean Connery in 1971’s Diamonds Are Forever, told The Telegraph that Sydney would make a "wonderful" companion for 007.
- "There’s six people on a shortlist. I heard a rumour that they’ve picked James Bond, but they haven’t announced it yet, which is their prerogative," he explained during an appearance at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in September.
- Additionally, an insider told Variety in April that the new Bond would appear younger than the actors who played the secret agent in the past.
- “It’s all very flattering,” says Lowden, who proceeded to pour “cold water” on the topic, according to British GQ ‘s Kieran Morris.
- Speaking to GQ Hype, external, Lowden responded to the rumours - but did not confirm or deny whether he was part of the auditioning process.
- The next Bond film is in development after it was announced last year that Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight would write the script.
- Lowden is best known for playing River Cartwright in Slow Horses During an appearance at the Toronto International Film Festival, Oldman clarified his remarks and said he had only heard a rumour that producers had selected an actor from a shortlist, not that Lowden had been cast.
- In the last few weeks, it’s been reported that Pascal, Heyman, and new Bond director Denis Villeneuve have zeroed in on a few final contenders including Jack Lowden, Callum Turner, and Josh O’Connor.