Who to replace Daniel Craig as 007? Fingers point to an unexpected actor

Josh O'Connor could replace Daniel Craig as 007 in the next James Bond film. ©Belga Images

In 2024, Josh O'Connor's career reaches new heights thanks to his role in ChallengersLuca Guadagnino's latest film. Alongside Zendaya and Mike Faist, he shines with his intense and nuanced interpretation. His performance in this complex love triangle, where he plays a passionate and jealous tennis player, confirms his status as an essential actor in Hollywood. This spotlight, supported by worldwide promotion, definitively establishes its reputation.

Josh O'Connor, a man of action like no other

Revealed to the general public by his role as Prince Charles in The CrownJosh O'Connor was able to stand out thanks to his varied palette of emotions. His performance earned him a Golden Globe, making him an essential face of international cinema. In parallel with major productions like Emma (2020), he also favors arthouse films, notably The Chimera (2023) by Alice Rohrwacher, where it captivated audiences at the Cannes Film Festival.

If Josh O'Connor is not immediately associated with action films, this is precisely what could appeal to the producers of James Bond. He often plays sensitive and attractive characters, far from muscular clichés. The actor would bring a subtle and introspective touch of the famous agent.

Its 2025 calendar reflects its growing success. Many films on the program, from the Vietnam War directed by Kelly Reichardt to a gay romance directed by Luca Guadagnino. He will also join the cast of the third opus of the saga Knives Outalongside Daniel Craig and Glenn Close. Rumored to become the next James Bond, he could play a more vulnerable and introspective version of the famous agent 007, a choice that already intrigues fans.