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People Betting on These Actors To Be James Bond—There's Clear Front-runner

People Betting on These Actors To Be James Bond—There's Clear Front-runner

Summary

People betting on prediction market Kalshi believe actor Callum Turner is most likely to become the next James Bond. As of early 2026, Turner leads with 47% of bets, ahead of rivals Jacob Elordi and Aaron Taylor-Johnson, although no official casting announcement has been made.

Key Facts

  • Callum Turner holds 47% of bets to be the next James Bond on Kalshi.
  • Turner’s betting price is 47 cents for “yes” and 57 cents for “no.”
  • A total of $634,563 has been wagered on the James Bond casting market so far.
  • Jacob Elordi is the second favorite with 24% of bets; Aaron Taylor-Johnson is third with 20%.
  • Betting trends show Turner’s chances rising since he entered the market in September 2025.
  • Other actors with notable bet shares include Josh O’Connor, Harris Dickinson, Henry Cavill, and Idris Elba.
  • Turner has reportedly told friends he will be the next Bond, but the studio has not confirmed this.
  • Past James Bond casting has been surprising and unpredictable.
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