Danny Boyle backs Jack O’Connell as next James Bond, discusses his cancelled film

Danny Boyle has backed 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple star Jack O’Connell as the next James Bond. READ MORE: ‘Ink’ review: Jack O’Connell makes headlines in thrilling The Sun origin story The search for the new 007 officially began in May and since then, numerous actors have been linked to become Daniel Craig’s replacement, who bowed out in 2021’s No Time To Die. According to reports, Tom Holland is unable to pursue the role due to his Marvel contract, while Taron Egerton ruled himself out. Callum Turner has dodged red carpet questions about his involvement in the project and Gary Oldman has backed his Slow Horses co-star Jack Lowden as the next 007. Last week, James Bond author Charlie Higson said Jacob Elordi was “too tall” for the role, while Lowden would be an unconvincing choice. “With Daniel Craig you can believe him kicking the shit out of someone. And you’ve got to believe that with Bond.” Speaking at the Zurich Film Festival this week, Danny Boyle has said he wants Jack O’Connell to play 007 after working together on Ink. “They should cast him as James Bond” (via Variety). Jack O’Connell leads ‘The Jimmys’ in ’28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’. CREDIT: Sony “I thought he s...