All the stars lined up for James Bond from Hollywood actor to UK TV newcomer and rumoured American 007

THE race is on for the next James Bond to FINALLY be announced.

Ever since, 007 fans have been keen to know who will step into his tux – and now .

James Nelson Joyce

Let's kick off with the latest name to be thrown into the ring – rising star , 36.

The actor first impressed audiences with his acting skills when he starred in alongside the legendary .

James has seen his star rise thanks to his role as crime boss Michael Kavanagh in BBC crime saga , which is set in his native .

With bookies now strongly tipping him for the , the star has given his own verdict on whether he would like to be Bond.

“I mean... double-O Scouse, I'm here for it,” James joked to BBC Radio Merseyside.

The actor added that seeing the buzz around him following his role in This City is Ours has been a real “pinch myself” moment.

Patrick Schwarzenegger

Despite being American, star for the James Bond role.

Coralbookmakers reported a wave of support for the actor, who is the son oflegend.

They slashed his odds from 25-1 to just 6-1 following a surge of bets he'll take over the role.

The actor has seen his popularity grow after .

Coral's John Hill said: “Patrick Schwarzenegger has jumped into the mix, according to our odds.

“The son of the legend Arnold Schwarzenegger has been well-backed after starring on the latest season of White Lotus.”;

The news is likely to stir controversy among Bond fans, as the for the role.

Theo James

after last year.

His performance in the series made him an ideal candidate for the next actor to fill the shoes of 007.

, 40, also impressed as the morally ambiguous .

Aaron Taylor-Johnson

Movie hunk, 34,hasfor a LONG time.

It was after it was revealed back in 2022 that the Brit had alreadyat Pinewood Studios,.

Famed for the Kick-Ass movie series and the Avengers: Age of Ultron, shot to fame playing in Nowhere Boy.

Flying Eze previously exclusively revealed how.

A source told us at the time:“Bond is Aaron’s job, should he wish to accept it.

“The formal offer is on the table and they are waiting to hear back.”

They added: “Aaron may not be the best known in his field but he is an incredibly talented actor.

“His role in showed his depth as an actor.

“He is the perfect person to play Bond and will pick up well from where Daniel left off.”;

Tom Holland

Actor to be thrown into the mix.

Fans have come up with a theory that producer Amy Pascal – who has worked with Tom for years – could be involved in casting the new 007 film.

With this in mind, movie goers think this could see the legend land the plum role.

Discussions on have fuelled speculation, with one user commenting: “It's funny how everything seems to be moving towards Tom Holland being the new Bond, it's like Hollywood is waiting for him to turn 30.

“Sorry, but with Amy Pascal at the helm, it's definitely a possibility lol.”

Someone replied: “Maybe a new take on a 007 fresh with his license to kill. Perhaps even fresher than Craig. Plus, his youth now means he won't be old man Bond for a while.”

James Norton

With his quintessential Englishman good looks, for many years.

The chiselled star is known for playing the lead role of Sidney Chambers in, and also in .

But, after swapping Blighty for Hollywood, fans are now convinced is set to play the new 007.

However,to play Bond, as he doubts he would get the role.

Harris Dickinson

Last, but not least, we have newcomer .

This actor's stock has risen greatly over the past few years with appearances in Where The Crawdads Sing and , opposite.

after a 007 expert tipped him to take on the role.

Appearing on NickFerrari‘s LBCradioshow, Mark O'Connell said he wanted Bond to remain British and favoured a non A-list name.

He said: “Henry Cavill could be back in the running now.Amazon‘s choice could be different to the Broccolis.Aaron Taylor-Johnson, a new guy called Harris Dickinson, keep an eye on him.”