Speaking with LADBible, Broccoli said that despite all the rumours, EON Productions are much further back than at first thought. She said: “No, we haven’t even started casting yet. There isn’t even a script.”
The producer has previously said they decide what sort of tone and direction they want to take a Bond reboot before beginning auditions. The 007 boss has previously confirmed Craig’s replacement will be male but she’s open to actors of any ethnicity.
Meanwhile, co-producer Michael G Wilson says they’re looking for someone in the thirties. Taylor-Johnson is 32 so he’d certainly be a good match.
In the meantime, here’s the latest odds which should of course be taken with a pinch of salt.
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