Chris Evans is a talented American actor known for his amazing performances in films and TV shows. During a recent WIRED Interview, the stars of Ghosted,  the 41-year-old and Ana de Armas, tackled the internet’s most searched questions about themselves has shared their thoughts on who should succeed as the next James Bond.

However, his pick may come as a surprise to many, Evans spoke highly of his Avengers: Age of Ultron co-star Aaron Taylor-Johnson, praising his exceptional talent, range, and physicality as reasons why he believes he would make a great 007.

Marvel Star, Chris Evans

Chris Evans Wants His MCU Co-Star To Be Next 007

The search for the next James Bond continues, and rumors are swirling around a former Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) actor potentially taking up the mantle of the iconic spy.

MCU Hero, Chris Evans

While many big names have been thrown around as contenders for the role, including John Boyega and Tom Hardy, and former Superman Henry Cavill but it’s Aaron Taylor-Johnson may be the next actor for the missing character.

The 32-year-old former Avengers co-star, Chris Evans, recently spoke highly of him in a recent interview with the 34-year-old stating that, “I’m a big Aaron Taylor-Johnson guy” and believes he would make a great Bond.

And it seems that the producers of the franchise agreement, as reports have emerged that Taylor-Johnson met with James Bond producer Barbara Broccoli to discuss taking over the role.

According to sources, Johnson fulfills every requirement for the team’s ideal replacement for Bond, and as the only Savages player, he would be able to take on the position for many years to come.

And with his recent performance in Bullet Train showcasing his ability to play a reserved and smooth character, he’s a strong contender to take on the suave and savvy character of James Bond.

While there’s no official word on when an announcement will be made or when the next Bond movie will hit theaters.

Who Played The Last 007 Character In The James Bond Series

The James Bond character is a cinematic icon that has been portrayed by only a select few actors. Ian Fleming’s James Bond book series served as the basis for the popular action film franchise. 

Actor, Daniel Craig

Pierce Brosnan, Timothy Dalton, and Roger Moore are a few of the actors that have portrayed the British spy. However, Sean Connery is often considered the best actor to have taken on the role.

Connery played Bond in four films from 1995 to 2002, while Dalton played Bond in The Living Daylights and Licence to Kill. Moore, on the other hand, held the record for the longest portrayal of Bond on screen, with seven films from 1973 to 1985.

Daniel Craig was the latest actor to play James Bond in the series, with his debut in Casino Royale in 2006. He played the role with grittiness and emotional depth and became a fan favorite.

Craig played Bond in five movies, including his last appearance in No Time to Die, which was released in 2021 after several delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The film received critical acclaim, with his performance and the movie’s emotional depth being widely praised.

With Craig’s departure, the search for a new actor to play James Bond is currently underway. Several people, including Taylor-Johnson, have been reported to be up for the part, although no official announcement has been made as of yet.

Fans are eagerly anticipating the news and speculating about who the next actor to take on the iconic role will be.