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New James Bond Shock: 'Heartstopper' Star Jack Barton Reportedly Leads 007 Shortlist Ahead of A-Listers

Bookmakers shortened Barton’s odds to 9/4 as auditions continue and 11 actors remain in contention for the next 007, officials said.

Summary by IBTimes UK
Jack Barton, known for 'Heartstopper', is reportedly the surprise frontrunner to replace Daniel Craig as James Bond, ahead of more established actors in the casting process.

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New James Bond Shock: 'Heartstopper' Star Jack Barton Reportedly Leads 007 Shortlist Ahead of A-Listers

Jack Barton, known for 'Heartstopper', is reportedly the surprise frontrunner to replace Daniel Craig as James Bond, ahead of more established actors in the casting process.

·United Kingdom
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‘If You Play Bond, We’re Not Getting Married’: 11 Actors Who Reportedly Turned 007 Down

“I’m not like [Bond]. I haven’t got nice hair, and I’m a bit fat.”View Entire Post ›

·New York, United States
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Who Will Be the Next James Bond? 11 Actors Tipped for 007

Who will be the next James Bond? Here are 11 actors tipped to take over as 007, with Jack Barton emerging as the latest betting favorite.

·Indonesia
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Next James Bond Odds Latest: Here are the 11 actors tipped to play 007

The bookies seem to think it’s now a four horse race.

·Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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The Scotsman broke the news in Edinburgh, United Kingdom on Monday, August 31, 2026.
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