Callum Turner tops James Bond betting after high‑profile wedding to Dua Lipa

British actor Callum Turner has become the bookmakers' leading favorite to play the next James Bond, with odds shortened to 15/8 after his recent high‑profile marriage to pop star Dua Lipa. The couple wed in an intimate ceremony in Sicily, drawing global media attention for the luxury details, including a Chanel wedding dress for Lipa and a discreet yet widely photographed event.

Industry insiders say screen tests for the Bond film are scheduled for August 2026, with the movie expected to begin shooting in 2027 under director Denis Villeneuve and writer Steven Knight. Other actors in contention include Tom Francis, Harris Dickinson and Jacob Elordi. The wedding’s publicity surge is credited with boosting Turner’s visibility and cementing his position as a top candidate for the iconic role.

Turner, known for roles in "Masters of the Air" and the "Fantastic Beasts" series, responded to questions about the casting with a cryptic smile, neither confirming nor denying any involvement.