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Unexpected actor set to replace Daniel Craig as James Bond after racy nude scenes on hit TV show, say bookies
A SURPRISING contender has entered the ring to take on the iconic role of James Bond, replacing Daniel Craig.
Numerous actors have been tipped to take on the 007 job, from Callum Turner to Henry Cavill. However, racy scenes on a hit TV show have put another name in the spotlight, say bookies.
Anthony Boyle, 31, known for appearing in new Netflix show House of Guinness, has made his way up the list when it comes to the odds.
The actor has been cut to 4-1, from 12-1, by bookmaker Coral to become the next James Bond, after attracting support in the firm’s betting over the last 24 hours.
Coral’s John Hill said: “We have seen significant support for Anthony Boyle in our next James Bond betting over the last 24 hours.
“As we approach the end of 2025, many punters are convinced he could be leading the race to replace Daniel Craig.”
Anthony is known for portraying Arthur Guinness, a role which saw him go full-frontal nude on-screen.
In the scene, Arthur is seen standing up from a bathtub, completely naked and facing the camera.
And it’s seemingly this role that has put the star in a higher lead for the iconic franchise role.
There has been plenty of whispers over recent years about who will take on the role from Daniel Craig, who stepped into 007’s shoes two decades ago.
Another name spinning through the rumour mill is Idris Elba, who this week teased that there could be truth to the chatter.
The British actor and Hollywood star posted a playful reel on TikTok as he posed with James Bond wax figures at Madame Tussauds.
As the iconic Bond theme played over the top and the camera panned along the line of 007s, the shot finally stopped to show Idris, 53, standing at the end.
Viewers of the video rushed to the comments section to share their excitement, feeling Idris would be a prime pick for replacing Daniel Craig.
“You would be an AMAZING Bond,” said one user. A second exclaimed in all caps: “Do not get me excited for this.”
Saltburn star Jacob Elordi, Spider-Man’s Tom Holland and Babygirl actor Harris Dickinson are all at the top of the wish list too.
Although Jacob is Australian, is does not rule him out – especially as Aussie actor George Lazenby having previously played Bond in On Her Majesty’s Secret Service in 1969.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Henry Cavill have also been heavily rumoured to take on the gig.
