The race for the next James Bond just got bigger. Two more familiar Hollywood names have reportedly entered the running to take on Daniel Craig‘s iconic role. However, fans are rooting for one actor in particular, making their preference clear amid casting speculation.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult have screen-tested to play the next James Bond. However, fans online seem to have a clear favorite, with several taking to X to root for Pattinson to land the role.

For instance, @The_Unschackled wrote, “The race for Bond is so fun because Callum Turner definitely has the looks for the role, while Josh O’Connor is the far better actor, but then there is just Robert Pattinson who blows this entire line up out of the water.” While @JakeyAttires wrote, “I was rooting for Lowden, but I cannot pass up Robert Pattinson playing Bond.”

His casting as the iconic British spy isn’t confirmed yet. However, if secured, the role would add to Pattinson‘s growing list of projects, including Chris Hansen in Prime Time, Antinous in The Odyssey, Bruce Wayne in The Batman, and Scytale in the upcoming Dune: Part Three.

Who else is up for the James Bond role besides Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult?

Pattinson and Hoult are not the only actors linked to the iconic role. Callum Turner, Jack Lowden, and Josh O’Connor are among those previously reported to be participating in the casting process. Turner is known for Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald and Masters of the Air, while Lowden stars in Slow Horses and Pride and Prejudice (2026), and O’Connor is known for Challengers and Wake Up Dead Man.

Other names have also surfaced during the casting period. According to Variety, Harry Styles has reportedly discussed the role, while Theo James is also in the mix. However, these reports don’t confirm that either actor has completed a screen test. Amazon MGM Studios has yet to reveal its choice.

With so many names in the running, fans are still debating who should succeed Daniel Craig. Denis Villeneuve, best known for the Dune trilogy and Blade Runner 2049, will direct the next Bond film. Steven Knight is writing the screenplay, and Amy Pascal and David Heyman will serve as producers. The plot details remain unknown.