Gary Oldman Hopes Jack Lowden Is the New James Bond
Oldman said six actors were shortlisted and that odds on Jack Lowden shortened after his comments.
- On Friday, actor Gary Oldman backed his "Slow Horses" co-star Jack Lowden for the next James Bond role at TIFF, asserting that the 007 casting has already been decided.
- Oldman clarified that his previous remarks suggesting inside knowledge were misunderstood, stating, "I don't know any more than you do. The rumor is that they've made their pick, but we don't know who it is."
- The 68-year-old actor noted the 36-year-old Lowden possesses humor, masculinity, and a "twinkle in his eye" essential for Bond, adding that being Scottish offers a "nod to Sean Connery."
- Despite speculation linking Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Jacob Elordi to the role, Amazon MGM Studios has not officially confirmed any casting decision, keeping details under wraps.
- Bond producer Amy Pascal recently suggested an announcement could arrive by year's end, with Denis Villeneuve set to direct the new installment following the 2021 release of "No Time to Die.
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Film fans all over the world are looking forward to the appointment of the new James Bond. Gary Oldman still has an underrated candidate: his acting partner Jack Lowden is the perfect choice for the deadly 007 agent.
Last weekend, Gary Oldman made a big noise suggesting that Jack Lowden had obtained this role. However, the Oscar-winning actor told reporters at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIF) on Friday that he did not have any exclusive information about this much-awaited casting, but that he fully supported his colleague. "I just said: +I think they chose the guy (...) and Jack is on the list+, and I said: +I cross my fingers for Jack+, and the…
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Gary Oldman Clarifies James Bond Remarks: "Hoping It's Jack Lowden"
Gary Oldman has reflected playfully on creating headlines around the world with his comments about the James Bond casting process. In an interview with Canadian broadcaster Global over the weekend, Oldman claimed that 007 had been selected. Oldman added that he hoped his Slow Horses co-star Jack Lowden would get the role. “It’s been rumored […]
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