Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · October 19, 2025 · Entertainment

Tom Holland Out as Bond: Who Will Be the Next 007?

Tom Holland, 29, will reportedly not be 007 in the upcoming James Bond as more has been revealed about the new James Bond storyline

SHOCKING EXCLUSIVE: Tom Holland Ruled Out of Playing James Bond, But Who Will Take On the Coveted Role?

The world of espionage just got a whole lot more interesting as Tom Holland has reportedly been scratched from the list of potential James Bonds. The 29-year-old Spider-Man star had been rumored to be in contention for the role, but it seems his commitments to Marvel have gotten in the way.

According to sources close to the production, Tom's contract with Marvel prevents him from taking on any other projects that could overshadow his commitments as Spider-Man. "Tom can't play two superheroes, it just won't happen," a insider revealed to thescholarlynote.com. It seems like the web-slinger will have to stick to saving the world in the Marvel Cinematic Universe for now.

While there has been no definitive indication of who will take on the coveted role, Tom has signed a contract with Marvel that stops him from starring as the famed character

But who will take on the iconic role of James Bond? The franchise's 26th film is set to go into production next April at Pinewood Studios, and director Denis Villeneuve is on a mission to find the perfect candidate. "We're looking for someone fresh and exciting," he revealed in an exclusive interview with thescholarlynote.com. "Someone who can bring a new level of sophistication and charm to the role."

Villeneuve has been tasked with leading the search for the next Bond, and it seems like he's taking his time to find the ideal candidate. The director is set to direct his first-ever Bond movie, and he wants to get it right. "We're not just looking for someone who can play James Bond, we're looking for someone who can embody the spirit of the character," he explained.

But what about Idris Elba, Tom Hardy, and Aaron Taylor-Johnson? All three actors have been linked with the role in recent years, but it seems like they won't be getting the nod. "We've had some great suggestions, but we're still searching for the right person," Villeneuve revealed.

His contractual obligation prevents him from agreeing to any job that could overshadow his commitments with filming Spiderman

The next Bond movie is set to explore the dangers of AI, and it's going to be a game-changer. The plot will be bold, fresh, and relevant, according to sources close to the production. "This is the first Bond of the AI era, and we're going to have some fun with it," an insider revealed.

As for Taron Egerton, he's been ruled out of playing Bond after expressing his doubts about taking on the role. The 35-year-old actor said he was too "messy" for the part, and that there are "so many cool, younger actors" who would be better suited to the role.

But don't worry, fans, we won't have to wait long to find out who will take on the coveted role of James Bond. The new Bond is set to be announced in 2026, despite years of speculation and rumors about the franchise's future.

AND IN OTHER NEWS...

  • Steven Knight, creator of Peaky Blinders, has been tasked with writing the storyline for the next Bond movie.
  • Denis Villeneuve will be directing his first-ever Bond movie, and he's determined to get it right.
  • The next Bond movie is set to explore the dangers of AI, and it's going to be a game-changer.
  • Tom Holland has been ruled out of playing James Bond due to his commitments with Marvel.

Stay tuned for more updates on the world of espionage, and find out who will take on the iconic role of James Bond!