British actor Aaron Pierre is reportedly being considered to take on the role of the next James Bond, according to multiple outlets. Pierre, known for âRebel Ridgeâ and âThe Underground Railroadâ, is the latest name to emerge as a contender for the iconic 007 role. According to ComicBookMovie.com, insider Daniel Richtman claims Pierre âis being consideredâ by Amazon MGM Studios as the franchise prepares to reboot following Daniel Craigâs departure.
While no casting has been confirmed, the news adds Pierre to a growing list of rumored favorites including Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Cillian Murphy, Tom Hardy, and Theo James. Per Menâs Journal, Amazon MGM is searching for a âyounger, long-term Bond,â and Pierreâs strong presence in action roles like Netflixâs Rebel Ridge has reportedly boosted his visibility among studio decision-makers. A report from The Express Tribune also noted Pierreâs âbreakout performanceâ in “Rebel Ridgeâ as a potential factor in this Bond buzz.
With Amazon MGM now in control of the franchise, producers are said to be eyeing a fresh yet faithful directionâkeeping Bond as a British male while exploring new casting options that blend legacy with modern appeal. Despite long-standing fan support, Idris Elba has denied interest in the role multiple times and confirmed he will not be pursuing the part, per IMDb reporting.
Pierreâs Momentum Builds with High-Profile Roles
Pierreâs rising profile continues beyond the Bond rumors. He was recently cast opposite Margaret Qualley in Amazon MGM Studiosâ upcoming drama âLove of Your Lifeâ, as reported by Deadline. The cast also includes âWhite Lotusâ actor Patrick Schwarzenegger. The film is currently in development and marks another major collaboration for Pierre with Amazon MGM.
In addition, Pierre has been tapped to play John Stewart in DC Studiosâ upcoming âLanterns” series, currently in pre-production, according to IMDb. The project will feature Stewart as one of the lead Green Lanterns and is expected to begin filming soon.
He also has a role in âThe Morning Showâ on Apple TV+ and recently appeared in the M. Night Shyamalan film âOldâ. With several high-profile projects in the works, Pierreâs career trajectory appears to be aligning with the type of global visibility the Bond franchise demands.
Fans React to Pierreâs Bond Rumors on Reddit
Fan reaction to Pierreâs rumored involvement as Bond has been mixed but passionate. On Reddit, users debated his suitability for the role based on past performances and screen presence.
âI feel like on paper, heâs the perfect Bond,â one user wrote. âBut on the other hand… I donât think he has the natural charisma and sophistication to pull it off.â
Another user argued, âHe would be an exceptional choice. Heâs young, but not too young, at 30, and the franchise could revolve around him for the next 20 years.â
One commenter praised his performance in Rebel Ridge, saying, âHe had a lot of great physicality and brought some intensity and pathos. Heâs better than the movie itself.â
Others compared Pierreâs situation to Idris Elbaâs. âI really want to see this,â a user posted, âbut I remember when Idris Elba was rumored to be James Bond.â Despite ongoing fan support, Elba himself has confirmed he is not pursuing the role. According to IMDb, he once jokingly tweeted, âDonât believe the hype… my nameâs Elba, Idris Elba.â
For now, Pierreâs potential casting remains unconfirmed, but the speculation is adding to his growing profile as a leading man to watch.
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