'House Of The Dragon' Star Being Eyed for Bond Villain, Rumours Say
Casting remains unannounced as Amazon develops Bond 26 with Denis Villeneuve directing and Steven Knight writing, while the studio says the search is underway.
- According to reports, Amazon MGM is considering 29-year-old Ewan Mitchell for a villainous role in the upcoming Bond 26, with the actor known for playing Prince Aemond Targaryen in HBO's House of the Dragon.
- Amazon acquired the James Bond franchise last year in a deal valued at around $1 billion, though the studio has confirmed the search for the next 007 is underway while maintaining strict casting secrecy.
- Filmmaker Denis Villeneuve is directing Bond 26 from a script by Steven Knight, with reports suggesting producers prefer an up-and-coming talent over established stars following Daniel Craig's departure in 2021.
- Fans observed James Bond Day on October 5, commemorating the 1962 release, amid ongoing speculation about casting while Producer Amy Pascal stated the next 007 is expected to be cast by year-end.
- While Mitchell is in contention, Amazon has not officially announced any casting choices, and the actor—whose credits include Saltburn and The Last Kingdom—has not commented on the reports, warranting caution.
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