Some of the latest contenders named include Victoria actor Tom Hughes, who has allegedly impressed Bond producer Barbara Broccoli, and Marvel stars Chris Hemsworth and Tom Hiddleston.

最新的接替人选有英剧《维多利亚》中的男主演汤姆·休斯、漫威演员克里斯·哈姆·斯沃斯和汤姆·希德勒斯顿。据说邦德制片人芭芭拉•布罗科利对汤姆·休斯的印象十分深刻。

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According to industry website Deadline, his change of heart was prompted by Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli's willingness to wait for him.

BBC: Sam Mendes back in talks with Bond producers

It was his agent wanting him to fly to London to meet with Michael Wilson and Barbara Broccoli, the producers of the Bond franchise.

WSJ: Like a James Bond Flick

The Oscar-winning director picked up the outstanding British film award, for Bond's 23rd outing, alongside producers Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli at this year's Baftas.

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