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Metro
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
British actor 'tipped to become next James Bond' after bosses narrow shortlist
A new name has entered the fray in the search for the next James Bond, with actor Callum Turner 'tipped' to take the role. The 35-year-old model-turned-actor – and fiancée of pop icon Dua Lipa – starred in the Apple TV+ drama Masters of the Air as Major 'Bucky' Egan. He also appeared in the Harry Potter spin-off films as Theseus Scamander in Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald and The Secrets of Dumbledore. Last month, it was confirmed that the Bond franchise had found its next director in Dune helmsman Denis Villeneuve. This led to speculation that his Lisan al Gaib Timothée Chalamet might take on the role – but the iconic spy's shoes remain unfilled for now. With Bond's Amazon bosses reportedly circling just a handful of names, British actor Callum may yet fit the bill. According to a report from Heart Bingo, it's believed that Callum would be Amazon bosses' best pick for the role. Sarah Caskie, Head of Brand for online website told The Daily Mail: 'With the rumour mill surrounding the next continuing to turn following the announcement Amazon will be taking the reins with the franchise, we've turned to public opinion to find the best fit for the 007 role. 'The masses have spoken on X and we've collated the data to find that Callum Turner is the people's choice to replace Daniel Craig, with 63% of posts concerning his potential role in the next film being positive, while 0% were negative.' As of April, Callum's odds for the role were at 20/1. Outside of his acting work, Callum may best be known as Dua Lipa's husband-to-be. The Levitating singer confirmed that she and boyfriend Callum had gotten engaged, months after flashing a chunky engagement ring on social media. 'Yeah, we're engaged,' she told British Vogue. 'It's very exciting. This decision to grow old together, to see a life and just, I don't know, be best friends forever – it's a really special feeling.' Should Callum take on the license to kill – or even if he misses out – bosses could do far worse than hit up Dua Lipa for the next theme tune. Callum joins a list of names which include current frontrunner Aaron Taylor-Johnson, James Norton and Theo James. Last month, producers were said to be facing a choice between three big names. This list consisted of Babygirl's Harris Dickinson, Saltburn star Jacob Elordi and Spider-Man himself, Tom Holland. However, with the position still vacant, BBC actor Scott Rose-Marsh has also emerged as a potential candidate. The 37-year-old thespian, who appeared in movies Wolves of War and Code of Silence, is currently eighth-favourite for the part, according to Oddschecker. This makes him something of an underdog in the fight, especially when compared to bigger names like Henry Cavill and Tom Hardy. The search for the next Bond follows the news that Dune director Denis will helm the franchise's next instalment. More Trending 'Some of my earliest movie-going memories are connected to 007,' he said in a statement released soon after the news broke. 'I grew up watching James Bond films with my father, ever since Dr. No with Sean Connery. I'm a die-hard Bond fan. To me, he's sacred territory. He described the opportunity 'a massive responsibility, but also, incredibly exciting for me and a huge honour.' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Irish 00s heartthrob new favourite to play James Bond villain in big screen revival MORE: Emmy-nominated action film starring new James Bond favourite available to stream on Netflix MORE: Major American actress 'top name for next Bond Girl' after stratospheric rise
The South African
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
Johnny Depp reveals shocking truth behind ‘Fantastic Beasts' exit
Johnny Depp has finally opened up about his sudden exit from the Fantastic Beasts film series. The actor revealed that Warner Bros. essentially wanted him to retire from the role of Gellert Grindelwald. He recalled the moment he was asked to step down during filming. 'It literally stopped in a millisecond, like, while I was doing the movie. They said we'd like you to resign. But what was really in my head was they wanted me to retire'. Johnny Depp's departure came in November 2020, following his highly publicised legal battle with The Sun newspaper, according to Deadline. The tabloid had labelled him a 'wife-beater' during his marriage to Amber Heard, allegations he denied. After losing the libel case, Warner Bros. requested Depp's resignation from the franchise. Depp complied and stated, 'I wish to let you know that Warner Bros. has asked me to resign from my role as Grindelwald in Fantastic Beasts.' I have respected and agreed to that request'. However, Johnny Depp's recent comments to The Telegraph were more defiant. When asked about the recasting, he responded bluntly, 'F**** you. There's far too many of me to kill. Johnny Depp said, 'If you think you can hurt me more than I've already been hurt, you're gravely mistaken.' His words reveal the deep frustration he feels about how they handled the situation. Johnny Depp first appeared as Grindelwald at the end of 2016's Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them , with Colin Farrell playing the character's disguised form. He reprised the role in 2018's Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald . After his departure, Danish actor Mads Mikkelsen took over the role for the 2022 film Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore . This film became the final movie in the planned series. Warner Bros. has 'parked' the Fantastic Beasts franchise since the release of the third film, with no new movies announced or in active development. Johnny Depp's story is a reminder of how public controversies can impact international film careers and franchises. His candid remarks highlight the pressures actors face behind the scenes, beyond their on-screen performances. Johnny Depp's experience also raises questions about the intersection of personal life and professional opportunities in the global entertainment industry. This was as a significant chapter in Depp's career, reflecting both the challenges and the enduring spirit of one of Hollywood's most iconic actors. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
New York Post
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Johnny Depp responds to being recast in ‘Fantastic Beasts' franchise: ‘F–k you'
Johnny Depp has broken his silence on being pushed out of the 'Fantastic Beasts' franchise. During an interview with The Telegraph published Saturday, July 5, the 'Modi: Three Days on the Wing of Madness' director opened up about being recast in the 'Harry Potter' spinoff series five years ago. 'They said we'd like you to resign,' Depp, 62, explained. 'But what was really in my head was they wanted me to retire.' 11 Johnny Depp at the premiere of 'Modi: Three Days on the Wing of Madness' on July 8, 2025, in London. Alberto Pezzali/Invision/AP 11 Johnny Depp as Gellert Grindelwald in 2018's 'Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.' ©Warner Bros/courtesy Everett Collection / Everett Collection Depp, who portrayed the character Gellert Grindelwald in the first and second 'Fantastic Beasts' films, announced that he was resigning from the franchise in November 2020. His announcement came shortly after he lost a libel case against The Sun newspaper connected to a 2018 story calling him a 'wife-beater' while still married to Amber Heard. 'I wish to let you know that I have been asked to resign by Warner Bros. from my role as Grindelwald in 'Fantastic Beasts' and I have respected and agreed to that request,' the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' star said at the time. 11 Johnny Depp in 'Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.' ©Warner Bros/courtesy Everett Collection / Everett Collection 11 Johnny Depp as Gellert Grindelwald in 'Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.' ©Warner Bros/courtesy Everett Collection / Everett Collection But when asked for a response to being recast over the weekend, Depp had a more pointed reply. 'F–k you,' he said. 'There's far too many of me to kill. If you think you can hurt me more than I've already been hurt, you're gravely mistaken.' After portraying Grindelwald at the end of 2016's 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,' Depp returned to the role for the 2018 sequel, 'The Crimes of Grindelwald.' 11 Mads Mikkelsen after replacing Johnny Depp as Gellert Grindelwald for 2022's 'Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore.' ©Warner Bros/Courtesy Everett Collection 11 Mads Mikkelsen as Gellert Grindelwald in 'Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore.' ©Warner Bros/Courtesy Everett Collection Then, following his resignation from the role in 2020, Depp was replaced by Mads Mikkelsen, 59, for 2022's 'The Secrets of Dumbledore.' Besides Depp, the franchise also starred Eddie Redmayne as Newt Scamander and Jude Law as a younger Albus Dumbledore. Despite emerging largely victorious from the defamation trial against ex-wife Heard, 39, in 2022, Depp has mostly stayed away from the big screen. 11 Johnny Depp in 'The Crimes of Grindelwald.' ©Warner Bros/courtesy Everett Collection / Everett Collection 11 Johnny Depp before being asked to resign from the 'Fantastic Beasts' franchise. ©Warner Bros/courtesy Everett Collection / Everett Collection His last live-action role, which was as Louis XV in the French film 'Jeanne du Barry,' was in 2023. We're Tracking Prime Day Live! Unlock exclusive NYP codes and real-time deals on everyday must-haves. See Your Deals Still, the 'Edward Scissorhands' star has managed to keep busy in other ways. Depp stepped out at The Curzon Mayfair in London on Tuesday, July 8, for the red carpet premiere of 'Modi: Three Days on the Wing of Madness.' 11 Johnny Depp at the premiere of 'Modi: Three Days on the Wing of Madness' on Tuesday, July 8, in London. Ian West/PA Images/INSTARimages 11 Johnny Depp at the London premiere of 'Modi: Three Days on the Wing of Madness' on Tuesday, July 8. Ian West/PA Images/INSTARimages 'Modi,' which stars Al Pacino and Riccardo Scamarcio, marks the first film Depp has directed since 1997's 'The Brave.' 'Embarking on this cinematic journey as the director of 'Modi' has been an incredibly fulfilling and transformative experience,' the 'Blow' actor said in a statement about the film last year. 'I would like to express my profound gratitude to the entire cast, crew and producers for their unwavering commitment and creativity,' he added. 11 Johnny Depp at The Curzon Mayfair in London on Tuesday, July 8, for the red carpet premiere of 'Modi: Three Days on the Wing of Madness.' Alberto Pezzali/Invision/AP After 'Modi,' Depp is set to return to the big screen in a starring role for the new film 'Day Drinker' with Madelyn Cline, 27, and Penélope Cruz, 51. 'Day Drinker' will reportedly follow a private-yacht bartender (Cline) who encounters a mysterious guest (Depp), per Deadline. The pair then find themselves caught up with a criminal figure (Cruz) and connected in ways no one saw coming.
Pink Villa
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Johnny Depp Reacts to Being Dropped from Fantastic Beasts During Amber Heard Drama: ‘Wanted Me to Retire…'
Johnny Depp and Amber Heard's public spat and legal battle hurt the duo massively on the professional front. The Edward Scissorhands star opened up about being dropped from the role of Gellert Grindelwald in Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore. The decision to replace the actor came in 2022, amid Depp trying to prove his innocence in the lawsuit filed against him by his ex-wife, Amber Heard. Following the exit of Depp from the movie, the Casino Royale and Doctor Strange star, Mads Mikkelsen, picked up the role where it was left off. Meanwhile, in conversation with The Telegraph, the Pirates of the Caribbean star shared how he reacted to being dropped by the makers of the franchise. Johnny Depp reacts to being ousted from Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore While sitting down for an interview with the media portal, Johnny Depp revealed, "Listen, they've said all kinds of things out there in the world about me, and it doesn't bother me. I'm not running for office," about being dropped from the 2022 film. He further added, "It literally stopped in a millisecond, like, while I was doing the movie. They said we'd like you to resign. But what was really in my head was they wanted me to retire." When asked what the actor's response was at the moment, he said, "F*** you. There's far too many of me to kill. If you think you can hurt me more than I've already been hurt you're gravely mistaken." The actor marked his final appearance as Grindelwald in Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald. While Depp received praise from the audience for his performance, his replacement acted as a downfall for the franchise. Speaking of filling Depp's shoes in the Fantastic Beasts franchise, Mikkelsen previously stated, "I'm a big fan of Johnny. I think he's an amazing actor, I think he did a fantastic job. Having said that, I could not copy it. There's there was no way I could just copy it, because it's so much him. It would be creative suicide.' He continued to reveal, "So, we had to come up with something else, something that was mine, and build a bridge between him and me. So, yes, it was intimidating." The Hannibal star further added, "His fans were very, very sweet, but they were also very stubborn. I didn't interact too much with them, but I could understand why they had their hearts broken."
Daily Record
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Harry Potter film ranked as worst but fans definitely don't agree
The Harry Potter movies have finally been ranked from best to worst Rotten Tomatoes has compiled a ranking of the entire Harry Potter film series, including the Fantastic Beasts spin-offs. While the top spot may come as no surprise, the lowest-ranked film has left some fans perplexed, with one commenting: "The rating of this absolutely confounds me." The final instalment, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2, emerged as the highest-rated with a 96% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. On the other hand, Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald fared poorly, securing only 36% in review scores. Despite its star-studded cast, including Eddie Redmayne, Johnny Depp, Jude Law, Zoë Kravitz, Ezra Miller, Alison Sudol, Katherine Waterston, Dan Fogler, Callum Turner, Claudia Kim, William Nadylam, and Kevin Guthrie, the David Yates-directed film was met with lukewarm reception from critics. Penned by JK Rowling, the sequel to the 2016 film Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them failed to captivate critics, with one reviewer stating: "The Crimes of Grindelwald's lack of awareness goes much deeper than a mere miscasting." A particularly scathing review went as far as to compare the experience to "About as exciting as a trip to Hogwarts's most neglected lavatory." Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, released in 2018, marks the second instalment in the Fantastic Beasts series and tenth overall in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, reports the Mirror US. Set in 1927, the film charts the journey of Albus Dumbledore and Newt Scamander as they devise a plan to defeat Gellert Grindelwald, the formidable dark wizard who poses a significant threat in this universe. The narrative unfolds against a backdrop of escalating tensions and unexpected challenges, depicting a wizarding world more fractured than it has ever been. Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald managed to rake in roughly $654.9 million globally at the box office, against its estimated $200 million production cost, earning it the distinction of being the least successful Harry Potter film financially – a record it maintained until the release of Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore in 2022. The film earned two BAFTA nominations for Best Production Design and Best Special Visual Effects. Its sequel, Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore, hit cinemas in April 2022. Penned by JK Rowling, the screenplay of the film was released as a book titled Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald - The Original Screenplay, following the precedent set by its predecessor, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. Audiences were more lenient than critics in their assessment of The Crimes of Grindelwald, with one fan commenting: "This is probably my favorite of the fantastic beast movies. "I love the in depth characteristics and that you see what's going on in the characters heads for each decision that they make. As well this movie was made to be for the older fans that younger fans could still enjoy." One viewer raved about the film with enthusiasm: "The rating of this absolutely confounds me lol this movie is so good! ! Of the 3 this is probably my favorite. "The story is lovely, acting is great, special effects, all of it. I particularly loved how they tied multiple characters and storylines to the Harry Potter series. "Overall it's just really pretty and exciting so I have no idea where all the negativity is coming from." A particular fan disclosed their unique standpoint: "Unpopular opinion but I think this movie was the best of the series to date. "It had tons of magic, intensity and most importantly a great story." Someone else recommended ignoring any harsh criticism: "Beautifully shot, wonderfully written, and some fantastic performances. "Forget the negative reviews, this is worth watching." Full list of all the Harry Potter movies ranked from best to worst: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (2011) Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004) Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005) Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002) Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001) Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007) Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (2010) Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016) Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore (2022) Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (2018) The Harry Potter catalogue is available to rent on Amazon Prime Video.
