James Bond Search: ‘Sunset Boulevard’ Star Tom Francis Auditions to be Next 007 (EXCLUSIVE)
Tom Francis, a British actor known for his stage work, has auditioned for the role of James Bond. The casting process is ongoing, with several other actors also in contention for the iconic role. Francis has received acclaim for his performance in 'Sunset Boulevard' but has limited experience in film and television.
- ▪Tom Francis is best known for his role in the revival of 'Sunset Boulevard'.
- ▪He has auditioned for the role of James Bond as part of an ongoing casting process.
- ▪Other rumored candidates for the role include Jacob Elordi and Aaron Taylor-Johnson.
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Home Film News May 16, 2026 4:06pm PT James Bond Search: ‘Sunset Boulevard’ Star Tom Francis Auditions to be Next 007 (EXCLUSIVE) By Brent Lang, Matt Donnelly Getty Images Tom Francis, best known for appearing opposite Nicole Scherzinger in Jamie Lloyd’s unconventional revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Sunset Boulevard,” may be ordering his martinis shaken, not stirred. The 26-year-old British actor, whose reputation rests primarily on his stage work, has auditioned to play James Bond, a source with knowledge of the 007 search tells Variety. He’s one of many performers jockeying for the part in a casting process that is ongoing and being overseen by Nina Gold. Reps for Francis and Amazon MGM Studios, the producer and financier of the Bond franchise, had no comment.
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