Aaron Taylor-Johnson Seeks Original Material Amid James Bond Speculation

Aaron Taylor-Johnson, known for his role in the recent film *Nosferatu*, has made headlines with his comments regarding his future projects amidst ongoing speculation about his potential casting as the next James Bond. In a recent interview with *The Guardian*, Taylor-Johnson expressed his commitment to seeking out original material, hinting at a desire to explore new creative avenues rather than stepping into the iconic role of 007.

Shifting Focus to Original Projects

During the interview, Taylor-Johnson was posed a question about characters from his childhood that he would love to portray. He reminisced about his fondness for the *Ninja Turtles* and another animated series, *Biker Mice from Mars*, suggesting that a film adaptation of the latter could be a captivating project. However, he emphasized the challenge he faces in finding original material, noting, “I’m trying to find more original material, which is just as hard to come by.”

Rumors Surrounding the Bond Franchise

These remarks come at a time when Taylor-Johnson is frequently mentioned as a frontrunner to succeed Daniel Craig in the role of James Bond, a position he has been careful to navigate without providing definitive answers. Following Craig’s departure after *No Time to Die* in 2021, there have been persistent rumors about Taylor-Johnson being offered the role, although he has consistently sidestepped direct questions about it, particularly during promotional events for his latest film, *The Fall Guy*.

A Diverse Career Path

Since his breakout performance in the 2010 superhero film *Kick-Ass*, Taylor-Johnson has built an impressive resume filled with action-packed roles. His portrayal of Quicksilver in *Avengers: Age of Ultron* and his role as a military commander in *Tenet* showcased his versatility as an actor. More recently, he took on the part of a relentless assassin in the *Spider-Man* spin-off *Kraven the Hunter* and is set to appear in the anticipated sequel *28 Years Later*.

While speculation continues, other actors, including Josh O’Connor from *The Crown*, have also been mentioned as possible candidates for the Bond role. However, reports indicate that the next Bond film has hit a snag due to disputes between Amazon Studios, which holds the rights, and producer Barbara Broccoli.

As the search for the next Bond continues, Daniel Craig has publicly stated he is not concerned about who will take over, signaling a shift in focus for both him and the franchise.