Recent final screen tests in London have positioned Jack Lowden as the clear frontrunner for the next James Bond, with trader consensus reflecting his strong showing among a shortlist that includes Callum Turner and Josh O’Connor. Lowden’s momentum stems from his lead role in the spy series Slow Horses, Scottish background evoking Sean Connery’s era, and endorsements from co-star Gary Oldman, alongside favorable bookie odds ahead of an expected announcement by year-end under Amazon MGM and director Denis Villeneuve. Turner benefits from recent visibility and fan speculation tied to his marriage, while O’Connor’s inclusion signals continued industry interest in established British talent. The 11.8% implied probability on no selection yet captures the process’s ongoing uncertainty, as other previously rumored names like Jacob Elordi and Aaron Taylor-Johnson have dropped out of contention.