Social Media Reacts to Jacob Elordi as Potential New James Bond
The race to find the next James Bond has fans buzzing, and lately the conversation has centered around Australian actor Jacob Elordi. Rumors about him taking over the iconic 007 role have been spreading on social media, especially after posts on the celebrity gossip platform Deux Moi.
Elordi, who stars in the recent controversial adaptation of Wuthering Heights, released on February 13, has become a major topic of debate online. Some fans are excited about the idea of him in the tuxedo, while others are skeptical about whether he is the right fit for the franchise.
This isn’t the first time Elordi’s name has been linked to James Bond. In past interviews, he has stayed humble, saying he feels divine just to be considered for such a prestigious role. He added that it’s exciting that people want to see me in these types of films, seeing the public interest as a win in itself.
The competition for the role remains fierce. Reports suggest that Amazon, MGM, and Eon Productions are looking at several big-name actors. Last year, insiders claimed Elordi was on a shortlist alongside Tom Holland and Harris Dickinson.
More recent reports hint that director Denis Villeneuve, who is rumored to be leading the next Bond reboot, may be searching for a completely fresh face to carry the franchise forward. Fan reactions to the rumors have been mixed.
Many want a British actor instead, with one user pointing out that Callum Turner just has the perfect Bond eyes and should be the next 007. Others, while fans of Elordi, have expressed a firm no, questioning if he is overexposed given his busy schedule. Some even suggested that his brooding, intense presence might make him a better Bond villain than hero.
While the Bond chatter continues, Elordi is busy with the release of Wuthering Heights. Directed by Emerald Fennell, the film presents a modern and provocative take on the classic story, with Elordi playing Heathcliff opposite Margot Robbie’s Catherine Earnshaw. The movie has sparked conversation during Valentine’s Day weekend, with critics divided on the chemistry between the leads.
Looking ahead, Elordi has a packed schedule. He is set to star in László Nemes’ English-language debut, Outer Dark, a bleak Appalachian story based on the Cormac McCarthy novel, which is slated to start filming later this year. For now, fans continue to debate whether Jacob Elordi could truly be the next James Bond or if he’s better suited for a different kind of role.
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