Aaron Taylor-Johnson addresses rumors that he’s going to be the next James Bond while revealing his predilection for big movie roles in the future
Aaron Taylor-Johnson addresses rumors that he’s going to be the next James Bond while revealing his predilection for big movie roles in the future
Aaron Taylor-Johnson has admitted that James Bond wouldn’t be his personal favorite for his next movie role, despite rumors of him being considered for the 007 movies.
A number of big stars have been mentioned as possibilities for the next 007 film since Daniel Craig left the film franchise following 2021’s No Time to Die.
And despite a reported secret meeting with Bond producer Barbara Broccoli, 33-year-old Aaron says he prefers the title role in Marvel’s Kraven the Hunter, which has been pushed back from October 6 to an August 2024 release.
He told Esquire: ‘I have to follow the rhythm of my own drum. It’s my own path, which feels intuitive to me.
“I’ve never made a decision based on other people’s perspectives, or their judgments, or their expectations. You’ll go crazy if you do that. Your self-esteem and soul is gone.
Preferences: Aaron Taylor-Johnson, 33, has admitted that James Bond wouldn’t be his personal favorite for his next movie role, despite rumors of him being considered for the 007 movies
Reports: Despite a reported secret meeting with Bond producer Barbara Broccoli, Aaron, 33, says he prefers the title role in Marvel’s Kraven the Hunter
“You need to understand what’s an integral part of you and what feels good, and you need to stay on track with what’s ahead.” Kraven is what’s in front of me.”
On the thought of considering James Bond as a future role, he added: “I’m just focusing on the things I can get my hands on right now. What’s in front of me now.’
Damson Idris became the latest name to be tipped as the next James Bond last month.
The Mail on Sunday understands that in recent days there has been a flurry of bets placed on the 31-year-old actor who starred in US crime drama Snowfall by punters who believe he could replace Daniel Craig as the iconic super-spy.
A source said: ‘This is the first time Damson’s name has been associated with Bond. It comes out of nowhere.’
According to bookmaker William Hill, Damson is now second favorite for the role of Bond behind Aaron Taylor-Johnson.
Damson has appeared in small roles in series including Black Mirror and Swarm. He is currently starring as Franklin Saint in the drama series Snowfall on the FX channel.
Aaron has been linked to the 007 role ever since reports claimed he did a screen test for the role.
Looking ahead: At the thought of considering James Bond as a future role, he added, “I’m just focusing on the things I can get my hands on right now. What’s in front of me now’
Major movie role: Damson Idris, 31, last month became the latest name to be tipped as the next James Bond (pictured in 2022)
On the run? The bookmakers’ predictions for the next James Bond include Happy Valley’s James Norton (left) and Bridgerton’s Rege-Jean Page (right).
Big names: Henry Cavill (left), who played Superman, and Aaron Taylor-Johnson (right) who starred in Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging are both tipped to be the next 007
Other actors tipped to play Bond include James Norton, Richard Madden and Tom Hardy.
Barbara Broccoli has said she will ‘take her time’ before announcing the new Bond and that, following Craig’s huge success in his five Bond films, she believes ‘we need to take the character in a new direction’.
The bookies’ predictions for the next James Bond also include Happy Valley’s James Norton and Bridgerton’s Rege-Jean Page.
The next Bond film was expected to enter pre-production next year, although this may be delayed due to Hollywood’s actor and writer strikes.
Comic book version: Aaron says he prefers the title role in Marvel’s Kraven the Hunter, which has been pushed back from October 6 to an August 2024 release