But according to a source reported by Radar, the most likely candidate to star as James Bond is Daniel Craig.
Craig, 48, has already starred in four films, and despite a rumoured $65m (£48.66m) payday for 2015’s Spectre, was apparently sceptical about returning for more instalments.
The final decision rests with Bond producer Barbara Broccoli, who in July was reported to be focusing on the next two films, with a view to potentially rehiring Craig.
The actor added that he reserved “the right to change my mind” about quitting the series.