V is for Victory: Why James Bond 26 Poster Art Reigns Supreme in the 007 Shortlist Contention

Aaron Taylor-Johnson is featured as 007 in an impressive fanmade poster for the upcoming James Bond 26 film. Following Daniel Craig's departure from the franchise in 2021's No Time To Die, speculation has been rife regarding who will fill the iconic role next. Taylor-Johnson has been making waves as a potential frontrunner. As fans anticipate official news about James Bond 26, artist Axel Amirón has created a visually stunning poster showcasing Taylor-Johnson as the legendary spy. Take a look at the poster below:

The art features Taylor-Johnson very much looking the part of 007, wielding a compact pistol and wearing a classy black tuxedo.

Will Aaron Taylor-Johnson Actually Be The Next James Bond?

Following No Time To Die (and even prior to that), there have been ongoing speculations about potential actors stepping in as Craig's successor. Idris Elba was frequently favored by fans for the role, but he clearly expressed his disinterest on the matter last year, effectively eliminating himself from contention. Subsequently, Taylor-Johnson swiftly emerged as the next buzzworthy name associated with the role earlier this year, following a reportedly successful meeting with producer Barbara Broccoli.

Taylor-Johnson's response to the Bond casting rumors was neither a confirmation nor denial of a meeting, instead referring to them as "flattering". Despite this, Taylor-Johnson remains the favored choice among pundits, alongside contenders such as Henry Cavill and James Norton, who have also been top picks.

It remains uncertain whether Taylor-Johnson will ultimately become the next James Bond, but at 33, he falls within the appropriate age range for the role. While the producers have not explicitly stated that they are seeking actors in their early 30s, they have emphasized that the role will require a commitment of at least ten years, if not more. This means that older choices like Tom Hardy, who is now 45, may be too mature for the role, potentially impacting Cavill's chances as well, as he is currently 40 years old.

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