Robert Pattinson's James Bond deal includes a "lot more money" than the others

Robert Pattinson has had a stellar 2026 and it could get even better if he is unveiled as the new James Bond. The Primetime actor is one of five actors screen who reportedly tested for the iconic movie role, according to Deadline.

Fans are keen to see who will take over from Daniel Craig, who portrayed the iconic secret agent character from 2006 to 2021.

Now, a report from Puck on Friday claims that Pattinson has signed a test deal which will see him make three Bond movies if he is chosen.

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The report also claims his deal is worth considerably more money than the actors he is supposedly competing against.

It further alleges that Jack Lowden and Josh O’Connor, who also reportedly tested for Bond, were required to sign up for four movies, but for less money if chosen. Of course, this is all just reports, so take it with a grain of salt.

During an interview with GQ this month, Lowden addressed the rumours linking him to the role of one of film’s most beloved characters.

“It’s nice to be mentioned – for any role – and I’m just not really going to add to the noise,” he said. “I don’t really listen to it.

“As a young male actor, generally, the minute you’re not playing a zany artist type, the minute you’re in a suit, people fling it at you.”

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O’Connor meanwhile, spoke to The Hollywood Reporter about being mentioned for the James Bond role, but he tried not to give too much away. “To be considered in that same sort of bracket is extraordinary,” he shared.

“Such an incredibly bizarre pinch me moment… even being uttered in that same sentence and being considered for something like that. But I am afraid,” he continued, “There is nothing to say beyond that.”

Meanwhile, James Bond and Dune director Denis Villeneuve has also addressed the rumours of Pattinson's test screening, saying: “The thing is, I should not comment right now, because everything I say is going to be scrutinised. But I will just say that I am having a great time."

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