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Josh O’Connor Describes Bond Rumors as ‘Incredibly Bizarre Pinch Me Moment’: ‘To Be Considered Is Extraordinary’

Josh O’Connor is the latest James Bond contender to address speculation surrounding the coveted role, calling the prospect of succeeding Daniel Craig an “incredibly bizarre pinch me moment.” The “Challengers” and “The Crown” actor, who is rumored to be one of the finalists in the search for the next 007, told the BBC…

Covered by 2 sources from United States. First reported by Variety ·

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  1. VarietyUnited StatesFirst report

    Josh O’Connor Describes Bond Rumors as ‘Incredibly Bizarre Pinch Me Moment’: ‘To Be Considered Is Extraordinary’

    Josh O’Connor is the latest James Bond contender to address speculation surrounding the coveted role, calling the prospect of succeeding Daniel Craig an “incredibly bizarre pinch me moment.” The “Challengers” and “The Crown” actor, who is rumored to be one of the finalists in the search for the next 007, told the BBC…

  2. The Hollywood ReporterUnited States

    Josh O’Connor Calls Bond Speculation “Incredibly Bizarre Pinch Me Moment”

    The 'Disclosure Day' actor has also weighed in on the reports that he, Callum Turner and Jack Lowden are in the running to replace Daniel Craig.

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2 outlets from United States are covering this story: Variety and The Hollywood Reporter. Variety published it first, on November 3, 2026; the last outlet to join was The Hollywood Reporter, less than an hour later.

Key names in the coverage: Daniel Craig, Bizarre Pinch Me Moment, Describes Bond Rumors, James Bond and Disclosure Day.

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