Aaron Taylor-Johnson may have just hinted that he could be the next superstar to don the iconic tux of James Bond after signing a deal with the film’s watch provider, Omega. 

Since Daniel Craig announced he would be bowing out as Bond with its latest installment No Time To Die, speculation has been rife about who could replace him. 

The Godzilla star, 34, has been one of those actors touted for the role with Aaron even becoming the bookies’ frontrunner at points. 

Prior to Amazon’s purchase of the Bond franchise, it was even rumoured that Aaron was Barbara Broccoli’s ideal candidate to take over the reigns Craig.

But the 34-year-old slightly dropped down odds lists after playing it cool when asked about the possibility of him starring in the next movie.

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Daniel Craig, 57, announced he would be stepping away from his role as James Bond after the 2021 film No Time To Die

Omega have been providing wristwear for James Bond since they first struck up a deal ready for the 1995 film Golden Eye

Godzilla actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson, 34, this week joined the company’s family of global ambᴀssadors – which could be a hint that he might be the next 007

‘It’s not really for me to say anything’, he told Esquire when quizzed about speculation. 

But Aaron, who has kept his cards close to his chest until now, may have just dropped a hint that he could be the next Bond.

The superstar this week joined Omega’s family of global ambᴀssadors – the watch makers who have been on the wrists of 007 actors for 30 years. 

Pierce Brosnan, 72, was the first special agent to don Omega during the 1995 film GoldenEye and the partnership has flourished ever since with Craig wearing the brand’s SeaMaster watch during No Time To Die. 

After signing the deal, Aaron said: ‘I have always had an appreciation for timepieces but especially for Omega. 

‘Now after visiting the factory, I am in awe of the skill required to manufacture such a luxurious product.’

Omega’s CEO described Aaron as a ‘versatile actor with a range that covers action, thriller, romance and much more’.

It’s precisely those qualities – and his striking good looks – that have led to the actor’s strong links to the Bond role.

The Godzilla star said: ‘I have always had an appreciation for timepieces but especially Omega’ 

Daniel Craig wore Omega wristwear during each of his five films playing James Bond

In Craig’s first 007 film, Casino Royale, he sported the company’s SeaMaster Diver 300M watch

But in new odds lists released by bookies this week, the actor has been pipped at the top by two British stars. 

The current bookies’ favourite to become the next Bond is none other than The Divergent series star Theo James, 40, who is currently 6/4.

The Brit has previously impressed while playing rogue, morally ambiguous characters somewhat similar to Bond in both The White Lotus and and Guy Ritchie’s the Gentlemen.

Theo has too played down speculation linking him to the part however, telling The Guardian in 2024 that it ‘probably wouldn’t be me’. 

Second favourite to become the latest actor ‘with a license to kill’, according to Ladbrokes, is Superman star Henry Cavill (3/1) ahead of Aaron in third (7/2). 

While Coral’s list of candidates comes in as Theo James at 6/4, Henry Cavill (3/1), Aaron Taylor-Johnson (7/2), James Norton (6/1) then Jack Lowden (12/1). 

Betting habits in recent weeks suggest that eager fans are growing in confidence that Theo James could star in the next movie, with 70% of all bets on the next 007 placed on The White Lotus actor. 

Ladbrokes representative Cal Gildart said: ‘Henry Cavill’s return to the head of the Bond betting didn’t last long, with Theo James as short as anyone has been to pick up the world’s most famous license to kill’.  

The Gentlemen actor Theo James, 40, is the bookmakers’ new favourite for the role [Pictured May 2024]

Superman star Henry Cavill, 42, had soared to the top of the odds last week but has now been pipped by Theo [Pictured April 2024]

It was announced earlier this year that Amazon Prime had taken over ‘creative control’ of the James Bond franchise leaving fans fearing the beloved films could be ruined by endless spin-offs.

The deal comes after Amazon bought MGM Studios in 2022 as a part of its media push. The acquisition gave Amazon distribution rights to the 007 franchise but not creative control.

The company is said to be fast-tracking the new movie after spending a reported $1 billion to regain control from Barbara Broccoli.

Producers David Heyman and Amy Pascal have been hired and they are understood to be close to a deal with director Alfonso Cuaron. Then they will go about casting the next Bond.

As The Daily Mail reported, the plan is for a ‘straight up’ reboot after Daniel Craig’s 007 died in No Time To Die.

There is reportedly set to be no explanation of how the special agent is still alive, no multiverse of Bonds and no attempt to go back to the 1960s for a vintage Bond. 

Amazon bosses are currently said to be considering locations in which to set the much-anticipated new film, which experts predicted is likely to be released at the end of next year or in 2027.

Due to a filming ban being imposed in Central London next year, new locations are reportedly being considered – with Liverpool a frontrunner, according to The Sun.

The new Bond film is expected to be a straight up ‘reboot’ with no explanation expected as to how Bond is still alive after Craig’s character died in the last film 

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An insider told the publication: ‘This will no doubt irk Bond purists who already fear Amazon taking over the 007 franchise may lead to them making big changes.

‘But Liverpool is a well-known alternative to London for film-makers.

‘It has appeared in everything from The Batman to Captain America and Harry Potter movies, doubling up as international cities.’

The source added that it doesn’t necessarily mean the story will be set in Liverpool – though eagle-eyed Merseysiders will no doubt spot their city centre in the background.

MailOnline contacted Amazon for comment about the possibility of Liverpool being the setting for the next Bond.