Robert Pattinson, Nicholas Hoult screen-tested for new James Bond role
What's the story
The race to find the next James Bond is heating up, with two more A-list actors reportedly in the running. According to Variety, Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult recently screen-tested for the coveted role. The duo joins a long list of potential candidates as producers Amy Pascal and David Heyman gear up to launch Bond 26 (tentative title).
Franchise familiarity
Both actors have major franchise experience
Both Pattinson and Hoult have a rich history of working in major franchises.
Pattinson is the current Batman for DC Studios and has also starred in Twilight and Harry Potter, while Hoult plays Lex Luthor in DC's Superman movies.
He also starred in the X-Men prequel trilogy.
Casting speculation
Other actors rumored to be in contention
The search for the next Bond has seen names like Callum Turner, Josh O'Connor, and Jack Lowden being thrown around.
Harry Styles is also reportedly in talks for the role, while Theo James hasn't been ruled out yet.
Former James Bond actor Pierce Brosnan endorsed Turner as his successor, while Gary Oldman supported Lowden.
However, no official casting announcement has been made yet.