Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Theo James attend Fuze premiere amid speculation over next James Bond casting

At the London premiere of the upcoming film *Fuze*, actors Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Theo James caused a stir as both are considered leading contenders to take on the coveted role of James Bond. The event took place at the Odeon West End ahead of the film’s official release on 3 April 2026. It has been five years since Daniel Craig stepped down from playing the iconic secret agent, leaving the role open for a new interpretation. The premiere also drew the attention of Amazon executives, including Jeff Bezos, whose company obtained creative control of the Bond franchise after acquiring MGM in 2022 and finalising a deal with producers Barbara and Michael Broccoli in 2025. The reported billion-dollar deal gives Amazon the power to shape the future of 007 films, and speculation continues to mount over who will be selected as the next Bond. Taylor-Johnson and James remain at the top of the list, while filming locations and production details for the next instalment are being explored. Due to filming restrictions in central London, Liverpool is being considered as a possible stand-in location. Insiders say the new movie may arrive by late 2026 or 2027, and early reports suggest Amazon will retain a traditional Bond format without resorting to multiverses or prequel scenarios. The premiere also featured co-stars Gugu Mbatha-Raw and Saffron Hocking, adding further glamour to the red carpet event.