Al Pacino discusses next James Bond candidates as attention turns to Olly Rix, whose name has surfaced as a potential 007 replacement after Daniel Craig. Speculation gained momentum when Pacino and his daughter, Julie Pacino, began openly considering Rix for the future of the franchise.
Al Pacino and Daughter Take Interest in Olly Rix for Iconic Role
Olly Rix, best known for his role in the TV medical drama Casualty, has entered conversations about the next actor to play James Bond. This comes after Al Pacino and filmmaker Julie Pacino revealed they are commissioning a photographic project featuring actors who could take over the legendary spy character. Their interest brings a notable endorsement for Rix, who had also appeared on Call the Midwife before his current role as Flynn Byron.
Julie Pacino reportedly plans to create a portfolio of fifteen actors whom she believes could inherit the 007 role, having discussed the choices with her father. Rix’s inclusion among these select names has generated excitement for both the actor and the wider Bond community.
Olly Rix Responds to Bond Rumors
Reacting to the mounting rumors, Rix explained during an appearance on BBC’s Morning Live that the connection to James Bond owes much to Al Pacino and Julie Pacino’s advocacy. He expressed how meaningful it is to be noticed by such eminent figures and detailed the upcoming UK visit of the Pacinos, who are eager supporters of the iconic spy character and its legacy.
Rix elaborated that Julie’s photographic project, already involving him as one of the chosen fifteen, is an honor—especially as discussions with her father led to his inclusion. He described the experience as flattering and memorable.
“And it’s pretty lovely when you just get a random call which says Al Pacino has been talking about you with his daughter, do you want to be in this project. You think Al Pacino, he’s one of the reasons I wanted to be an actor. It’s pretty awesome.”
—Olly Rix, Actor
While acknowledging the speculation, Rix concluded that he will wait to see what the future holds, remaining gracious about his position.
Current Favorites and Broader Search for Bond
Even with the increased buzz, Rix is seen as a long shot compared to other popular candidates. Among those frequently mentioned to take over James Bond after Daniel Craig’s era ended with No Time To Die are Aaron Taylor-Johnson, currently the most widely backed choice, along with Henry Cavill, Theo James, and Jack Lowden.
With no confirmed announcement, the uncertainty about the next Bond actor remains, but the recognition can only raise Olly Rix’s profile in the high-stakes casting process.
Impact on Olly Rix and the Franchise’s Next Steps
It has been four years since Daniel Craig’s final performance as James Bond, intensifying anticipation among 007 fans for the official casting decision. Interest from Al Pacino and Julie Pacino in Olly Rix adds a fresh name to the ongoing debate, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the Bond selection. For now, audiences can continue watching Rix in his television role, as the conversation about the agent’s next chapter continues to unfold.
