"007" will be back in 2019. However, Daniel Craig is not included in the announcement for the new James Bond movie, which is set for a November 2019 release.
The much-awaited installment of the James Bond franchise will be the 25th installment of the famous and long-running film series regarding the British spy.
EON Productions and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer said in a statement that the casting will be announced on a later date. Daniel Craig has not been announced to be playing the same role. The director of the next film has also not been revealed.
According to the Hollywood Reporter, the script of the movie was written by Robert Wade and Neal Purvis, who also wrote Craig's Bond films like Quantum of Solace, Casino Royale, Spectre and Skyfall.
While the premier date has been already set, the MGM and EON has been reported not to have a US studio partner yet for the newest installment and are in private talks with few contenders after the four-picture deal with Sony has expired. Sources revealed that Warner Bros. and Sony are vying for the rights for the next installment.
Considering the role of James Bond has not been announced, there are still people speculating that Daniel Craig will return for the 25th sequel. However, it can be recalled that the actor has spoken disdainfully about continuing as James Bond in the past. But, recent rumors have also painted a more softened tone from the lead actor regarding reprising the rule.
In case Craig will retire from his role, several stars were already reportedly waiting in the wings. Some actors who can replace Craig include Tom Hiddleston, Idris Elba, Tom Hardy, Damien Lewis and Aidan Turner.
