Actor's styling is fuelling speculation about potential James Bond roles.
In the ongoing search for the next James Bond, British actor Callum Turner has been making waves, with his recent appearance at the "Frankenstein" premiere at the Venice Film Festival adding fuel to the casting speculations.
Born and raised in London, Turner's local roots could potentially contribute to his appeal for the role. The 32-year-old actor, who has been the face of Louis Vuitton since November, donned a white tuxedo from the fashion house for the premiere, exuding the same iconic coolness as previous Bond actors, but with a modern and sleek tailoring.
Turner's demeanor and acting style, characterized by self-assuredness and a combination of charm, threat, and melancholy, align with the qualities desired for the role of Bond. His white tuxedo, paired with black trousers, a black bow tie, and a boutonniere, was a nod to Sean Connery's iconic look in "Goldfinger" and Daniel Craig's revival of the white tuxedo jacket in "Spectre".
The search for the next James Bond has been a significant casting saga in Britain since Daniel Craig's last appearance in "No Time to Die". The most likely candidates include Tom Holland, Jacob Elordi, Harris Dickinson, and Tom Hopper, with no official announcement yet. Former Bond Pierce Brosnan has jokingly mentioned he might return as a "senior 007", but the producers traditionally prefer a male British actor in his 30s to 40s.
Joining Turner at the "Frankenstein" premiere was another occasional candidate for the role, Jacob Elordi. Aaron Taylor-Johnson, another contender, also attended the event, further heightening the Bond-related buzz.
The article, which originally appeared in British GQ, also mentions a hypothetical deal for a series of films, but does not confirm that Turner will be the new James Bond. However, Turner's appearance at the premiere might be a precursor to his potential role in British cinema.
The "Frankenstein" premiere added to the speculations about Turner's potential casting as James Bond, but only time will tell if he will step into the legendary role. Until then, fans can continue to anticipate the exciting casting developments in the world of 007.
