Amazon MGM Studios has offered Robert Pattinson more favorable contract terms for the role of James Bond than other contenders, reports Puck journalist Matthew Belloni. According to his information, the studio is ready to pay the actor more and offer a three-film contract, whereas other candidates, if cast in the role, would have to sign on for four.
According to Belloni, the studio’s willingness to increase the fee and reduce the number of films indicates its special interest in Pattinson. The journalist believes Amazon MGM wants its first Bond to be played by an already established star. Meanwhile, the studio has not yet announced who will succeed Daniel Craig. In addition to Pattinson, contenders for the role include Nicholas Hoult, Callum Turner, Jack Lowden, and Josh O’Connor.
The next film will be the 26th in the main series and the first since Amazon MGM gained creative control over the franchise. Denis Villeneuve has been named director of the film, and the script is being written by “Peaky Blinders” creator Steven Knight. The release date has not yet been announced.