Fans React to the Possibility of Jacob Elordi Being the New Face of James Bond
The hunt for the next James Bond is reaching a fever pitch, and the latest name dominating the conversation is Jacob Elordi. The Australian actor has surged to the forefront of social media speculation following a series of unverified reports on the popular celebrity gossip platform Deux Moi.
While Elordi is already a major talking point due to the February 13 release of his controversial new adaptation of Wuthering Heights, the prospect of him donning the iconic 007 tuxedo has divided the fanbase.
This is not the first time the Euphoria star has been linked to the secret agent role. In previous interviews, Elordi has remained humble but appreciative of the fan support, noting that it is divine to even be considered for such a prestigious franchise.
He expressed that he is simply delighted that people want to see him in those types of films, suggesting that the public interest alone is a significant professional win for him. However, the competition for the role is incredibly stiff, with Amazon, MGM, and Eon Productions reportedly weighing several high-profile options.
Last year, industry insiders suggested that Elordi was on a shortlist alongside Tom Holland and Harris Dickinson. More recent reports indicate that director Denis Villeneuve, who is rumored to be helming the reboot, may be leaning toward a fresh face to lead the franchise into its next decade.
Fan reactions to the Elordi rumors have been mixed, with many loyalists pushing for other British talents instead. One fan on social media voiced a preference for another rising star, stating that Callum Turner just has the perfect Bond eyes and should be the definitive choice for the role.
Others were more blunt in their opposition, with a user commenting that while they like Elordi, they feel a respectful NO regarding him stepping into the shoes of James Bond. The sentiment that Elordi might be overexposed has also surfaced, with some questioning if he is the only actor working these days, given his packed schedule.
Interestingly, a segment of the audience believes his intense screen presence would be better suited for the opposite side of the law. One enthusiast suggested that he would actually be a great Bond villain, a role that would allow him to lean into the brooding energy he has perfected in his recent dramatic work.
While the Bond rumors continue to swirl, Elordi is currently navigating a massive career milestone with the theatrical run of Wuthering Heights. In this Emerald Fennell-directed “scandalous reboot,” Elordi stars as a provocative version of Heathcliff alongside Margot Robbie’s Catherine Earnshaw.
The film, which features a modern soundtrack and a gritty aesthetic, has become the most discussed cinematic event of the Valentine’s Day weekend, though critics have been split on the chemistry between the two leads.
Looking further into the year, Elordi’s schedule remains incredibly dense with high-concept projects. He is set to star in László Nemes’ English-language debut, Outer Dark, a bleak Appalachian tale based on the Cormac McCarthy novel, which begins filming later this year.
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