
Who are the favorites to play 007 in the latest next James Bond odds? Daniel Craig, who played the famous secret agent in the last five films, has officially retired from the role. In addition to a new Bond, the next 007 will also have new writers after the franchise was sold to Amazon.
This guide will break down the next James Bond actor odds and other markets related to the upcoming movie. I will also give my predictions for the future of the 007 franchise!
Who Will Be the Next James Bond?
The top entertainment betting sites favor actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson to take over the role of 007, but he is not the only actor in the running. The latest Bond rumors suggest we may get a younger Bond than ever.
If that’s truly the case, actors such as Harris Dickinson, Tom Holland, and Jacob Elordi could be contenders to take over as the first 007 under Amazon.
Let’s explore the betting odds and the favorites to see what are the most likely contenders for the iconic character.
Next Bond Odds and Predictions Summary
See the table below for the latest James Bond odds, courtesy of Bovada.
Market | Favorite | Prediction |
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Next Bond actor | Aaron Taylor-Johnson (+135) | Aaron Taylor-Johnson (+135) |
Next Bond theme singer | Dua Lipa (+300) | Lady Gaga (+800) |
Next Bond release year | 2027 (+150) | 2028 (+250) |
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Next Bond Actor Odds
- Aaron Taylor-Johnson (+135)
- Aaron Pierre (+500)
- Theo James (+500)
- Henry Cavill (+1400)
Aaron Taylor-Johnson leads the field in the current next Bond odds. The 35-year-old has played multiple superhero roles in his career, so he would be a perfect fit for an action-packed Bond movie.
Aaron Pierre and Theo James are tied for the second-best odds to be the new Bond at +500. Beloved heartthrob Henry Cavill has the next-best odds at 14-1. After Cavill, five actors are tied at 20-1 odds, including Harris Dickinson, Jack Lowden, James Norton, Patrick Gibson, and Timothée Chalamet.
As mentioned above, Dickinson is one of the top options for an under-30 Bond. Jacob Elordi is a longshot at +8000, while Tom Holland is not currently listed in Bovada’s updated betting odds on the next Bond.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson (+135)
Taylor-Johnson is the betting favorite to take over as the next James Bond. He is in his mid-30s and could conceivably play 007 for years to come.
The veteran actor’s filmography spans more than 20 years and includes multiple action-heavy roles. At +135, the Taylor-Johnson has an implied win probability of 42.55%.
Aaron Pierre (+500)
Two actors are tied for the second-best odds to be the next 007 at 5-1. One is Aaron Pierre, a 31-year-old British actor who trained at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art.
Pierre’s recent roles include voicing Mufasa in Mufasa: The Lion King and playing Malcom X in Genius. He is 31 years old and would fit the mold of a younger Bond. If chosen for the role, Pierre would be the first black actor to play the iconic role of 007.
Harris Dickinson (+2000)
Speaking of candidates for a younger Bond, 29-year-old Harris Dickinson is listed at +2000 odds to be the new James Bond.
Dickinson is young, but he has been acting since 2014. He also has experience with espionage and other Bond-esque tasks thanks to his work as Conrad Oxford in The King’s Man.
Next Bond Prediction: Aaron Taylor-Johnson
Everything from the writers to 007 himself will be different in the new Bond film. However, one thing that will almost assuredly stay the same is that a British actor will fill the role.
Of the choices above, I think Taylor-Johnson (+135) is the best choice. He is relatively young and still offers decades of experience. Also, with multiple superhero roles under his belt, Taylor-Johnson has the physical skills to be the new 007.
The Bet: Aaron Taylor-Johnson is the next James Bond (+135)
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Next Bond Theme Singer
- Dua Lipa (+300)
- Lady Gaga (+800)
- Lana Del Rey (+1500)
- Olivia Rodrigo (+1500)
- Alicia Keys (+1800)
- Beyoncé (+1800)
A Bond film is only as good as its theme song, and fans have been spoiled in recent years with top-tier 007 themes. Multiple betting sites offer odds on the next artist to take on the iconic role of the Bond theme singer.
Dua Lipa is the betting favorite at +300, with Lady Gaga a distant second at +800. Lana Del Rey and Olivia Rodrigo are tied for third at 15-1. Alicia Keys and Beyoncé round out the top five at +1800 each.
Dua Lipa (+300)
Three-time Grammy Award winner Dua Lipa is the +300 favorite to be the next Bond theme singer. In addition to her Grammy wins, Dua Lipa has also won:
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- 7 Brit Awards
- 2 AMA awards
- 3 iHeartRadio Music Awards
The British singer also has a dozen songs with over one billion streams on Spotify.
In addition to selling her own records, Dua Lipa has worked on multiple soundtracks. Some of her performances include “Dance the Night” from 2023’s Barbie and “High” from Fifty Shades Freed (2018).
Lady Gaga (+800)
Another major name in the running to perform the next Bond theme is Lady Gaga. The 14-time Grammy Award winner is listed at 8-1 odds to take over as the Bond theme singer.
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Gaga has sold over 124 million records, making her one of the best-selling artists of all time. Her talent as a jazz singer would also fit the typical James Bond theme style.
Lady Gaga is also no stranger to singing on major movie soundtracks. Some of the major motion pictures her songs appear in include Joker: Folie à Deux, A Star is Born, and Top Gun: Maverick.
Beyoncé (+1800)
At 18-1 odds, Beyoncé is a longshot to become the next Bond theme artist. However, prior to the release of her groundbreaking 2024 album, Cowboy Carter, she was also a long shot to take over the country music scene.
Simply put, if Beyoncé decides she wants to be the next Bond singer, then she is going to sing the next Bond theme song.
Also, tapping Beyoncé to take over as the Bond song artist could attract a new audience to the next film. Amazon will want as many eyes, and ears, as possible tuning into its first crack at making a 007 hit movie.
Next Bond Theme Singer Prediction: Lady Gaga
Earning the right to sing the Bond theme song is an achievement that only a few singers can claim. Any of the top options in this market would do a fantastic job, but my pick for the next Bond singer is Lady Gaga.
Gaga has the right voice for the franchise, and her song could be an instant classic. She also has plenty of experience writing songs for films and is a world-renowned musical talent.
The Bet: Lady Gaga is the next Bond theme singer (+800)
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Next Bond Movie Release Date
- 2026 (+500)
- 2027 (+150)
- 2028 (+250)
- 2029 (+600)
- 2030 or later (+1000)
Another major question mark lingering over the upcoming Bond film is when the movie will be released. Production is expected to start next year, with a late 2027 release date in mind. The current lines have a 2027 release date as the +150 favorite.
The movie still needs to be cast, let alone shot. Editing, promotional tours, and everything else that goes into a major franchise like 007 also takes time. With that in mind, it is highly unlikely that Bond 26 will be released in 2026 (+500).
A release date in 2027 is the favorite, but 2028 is a close second at +250. The producers are targeting late 2027, but any delays could push the release of Bond 26 into 2028.
Next Bond Movie Release Date: 2028
With that in mind, I think picking 2028 in this market is the safest play. Amazon will want a relatively quick return on its investment, so there would have to be several delays to push the release date to 2029 or beyond.
The Bet: The next James Bond movie is released in 2028 (+250)
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Where to Bet on the Next James Bond?
Betting on the updated next James Bond odds is one of the best ways to take advantage of the next era of 007. Check out my guide above for a closer look at some of the markets available for Bond 26.
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