Is Tom Holland about to be the next James Bond?

Tom Holland fuels Bond casting rumours with cryptic tease but says only "there's speculation" for now.

Tom Holland is playing it cool as the internet swirls with speculation over who will take up the mantle of James Bond. The British actor addressed the persistent rumours in a recent appearance on Gordon Ramsay’s YouTube channel, where he coyly acknowledged the buzz but stopped short of any confirmation.

“Listen, there’s speculation at the minute. We’ll keep it to a minimum for now,” he said, flashing a grin. “We’ll get there one day.” His remarks have only intensified chatter that he might be in line to succeed Daniel Craig as the legendary 007 in the upcoming reboot directed by Denis Villeneuve.

Holland, who just teased his return as Spider-Man in Brand New Day, called the Bond role “the pinnacle” for any young British actor. “I already consider myself to be the luckiest kid alive. I could never have dreamed to have the career that I’ve had,” he added, offering humility while remaining tantalisingly vague.

Daniel Craig’s departure in No Time to Die left the field open, and names like Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jacob Elordi, and now Holland have surfaced in the fan conversation. Meanwhile, Amazon MGM Studios has begun assembling the next Bond chapter, with Steven Knight writing the script and Amy Pascal and David Heyman producing.

Online reaction has been divided. Some fans are thrilled by the idea of Holland in a tuxedo, while others argue that the role demands more gravitas and maturity. Critics claim Holland still has a “babyface” and lacks the brooding edge of his predecessors.

Regardless of whether he lands the role, Holland’s name in the Bond mix has added a new level of intrigue to the franchise’s future. For now, the next Bond remains a mystery, and Holland is clearly enjoying keeping fans guessing.