Could we be getting a Gen Z James Bond?

Australian actor Jacob Elordi is at the centre of growing speculation that he could be offered the iconic role of James Bond in the upcoming Bond 26 film, according to entertainment industry rumour site DeuxMoi and recent reports. The 28-year-old, known for high-profile films like Priscilla and Saltburn, would be the youngest performer ever to play 007 if the casting goes ahead as suggested. While there’s no official confirmation from MGM or the film’s distributors, Elordi’s name is gaining attention amid wider searches for a fresh direction for the franchise under new leadership and potential director Denis Villeneuve.

The buzz around Elordi follows years of speculation about who will succeed Daniel Craig, with other actors like Idris Elba, Tom Holland and Aaron Taylor-Johnson also previously mentioned as possibilities. If Elordi is chosen, his casting could mark a notable shift in the franchise — blending youthful energy and international appeal, even though Bond has traditionally skewed older and British. Fans and industry commentators are watching closely as early discussions continue and plans for Bond 26 develop.