Is MCU Star Aaron Taylor-Johnson The Next James Bond?

According to reports from British tabloid The Sun, Aaron Taylor-Johnson is apparently in talks to become the next James Bond after Daniel Craig's departure from the 007 series. A source from a British tabloid disclosed that Aaron has received a 'formal offer' for the role and is likely to accept soon. This news brings an end to the speculation surrounding the successor to Craig, who has played the iconic spy for 15 years.

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EON Productions, led by Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson, chose not to give any statement regarding the report, which is typical of the company's approach. There was a lot of talk about famous actors possibly taking on the iconic role, including Oscar winner Cillian Murphy, Idris Elba, Tom Hardy, and Henry Cavill.

Speaking previously to Numéro magazine, Aaron said: "I find it charming and wonderful that people see me in that role. I take it as a great compliment."

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Aaron is known for his roles in movies like Kick-Ass, Tenet, Nocturnal Animals, and Bullet Train. He gained fame for portraying Pietro Maximoff in the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Avengers: Age of Ultron, which came out in 2015. His upcoming projects include The Fall Guy, where he stars alongside Ryan Gosling, and he will also feature in Sony's new Marvel film Kraven The Hunter, playing the main villain.