George Clooney reveals who he thinks would be a ‘perfect’ James Bond

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11 Jun 2026 • 10:34 PM MYT
The Independent
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George Clooney reveals who he thinks would be a ‘perfect’ James Bond

  • George Clooney has said he thinks British actor Callum Turner would make the ideal successor to Daniel Craig for the role of James Bond.
  • Clooney, who directed Turner in The Boys in the Boat, described him as “the perfect guy to do it” as he “is tall and handsome and charming and British”.
  • The 65-year-old told The Hollywood Reporter: “I hope Callum ends up being the next Bond. I think he would be a great Bond.”
  • Turner has remained coy about the topic, telling the outlet: “I know as much as you do – really, I know as much as you do.”
  • The next James Bond film, written by Steven Knight, is currently seeking its lead star following Daniel Craig's final performance in 2021’s No Time to Die.

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