From Batman to James Bond?

Robert Pattinson could be adding another of cinema's most famous characters to his résumé. The 40-year-old British actor has reportedly screen-tested for the role of James Bond, joining a shortlist of candidates being considered to succeed Daniel Craig.

According to recent industry reports, Pattinson participated in auditions in London over the weekend of October 24, while working on The Batman Part II. His involvement comes as Amazon MGM Studios moves closer to selecting the next 007, five years after Craig's final appearance in No Time to Die.

Pattinson isn't the only familiar name in contention. Nicholas Hoult, who recently played Lex Luthor in Superman, has also reportedly tested for the role. Other actors linked to the final round include Callum Turner, Jack Lowden and Josh O'Connor.

Interestingly, Pattinson and Hoult have competed for a major Hollywood role before. Both were considered for Bruce Wayne in Matt Reeves's The Batman, with Pattinson ultimately securing the part. Now, the two actors may find themselves competing for another iconic character.

Pattinson's potential involvement is particularly intriguing given his career choices. After becoming an international star through the Twilight films, he spent years working with filmmakers including Robert Eggers, Christopher Nolan and the Safdie brothers, taking on roles that moved him away from conventional Hollywood leading-man territory.

His recent projects have been equally varied. In 2026, he appeared alongside Zendaya in The Drama, played Antinous in Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey and starred in Primetime. He is also set to appear in Dune: Part Three, directed by Denis Villeneuve, who happens to be leading the next James Bond film.

The upcoming Bond film will be the first produced under Amazon MGM's creative control, following the 2025 agreement that transferred responsibility for the franchise from longtime custodians Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson. Villeneuve will direct, with a screenplay by Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight. Amy Pascal and David Heyman are producing.

The next actor will inherit a role Craig played across five films, beginning with Casino Royale in 2006 and ending with No Time to Die in 2021. His interpretation established a physically demanding, psychologically complicated version of the British secret agent, leaving his successor with considerable expectations.