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- Cillian Murphy leads villain market at 3/1 amid rising Bond 26 production buzz
- Willem Dafoe, Pedro Pascal, and Zendaya also appear in the mix
- Odds on who will play James Bond remain active, with Callum Turner now odds-on
Cillian Murphy Favourite To Play Main Villain In Next James Bond Film
As speculation intensifies over who will take up the iconic 007 mantle, attention is also turning toward another crucial element of any Bond film: the villain.
Betting sites continue to offer markets not only on the next James Bond but now on who could play the main antagonist in the upcoming 26th instalment of the franchise.
With Bond 26 reportedly moving closer to production and casting rumours surfacing across entertainment outlets, Cillian Murphy has emerged as the early frontrunner to portray the next villain, priced at 3/1 in the betting.
Murphy leads the market to play Bond’s next on-screen nemesis at 3/1, implying a 25% chance he’ll be the one to bring the next major threat to MI6.
Also strongly fancied are Hollywood veterans Willem Dafoe at 5/1 and Giancarlo Esposito at 8/1, with all three known for commanding screen presence and chilling villainous roles.
Next James Bond Villain Odds: Who Could 007 Be Up Against?
| Next James Bond Villain | Odds | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Cillian Murphy | 3/1 | 25.0% |
| Willem Dafoe | 5/1 | 16.7% |
| Giancarlo Esposito | 8/1 | 11.1% |
| John Malkovich | 8/1 | 11.1% |
| Zendaya | 8/1 | 11.1% |
| Pedro Pascal | 8/1 | 11.1% |
The list showcases a wide mix of acting profiles, from seasoned dramatic stars like John Malkovich to blockbuster regulars like Zendaya and Pedro Pascal, the latter both having experience in high-stakes action narratives.
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James Bond Casting Odds Still Active
While the villain market heats up, betting sites are still offering odds on who will be the next 007.
Callum Turner has now overtaken Aaron Taylor-Johnson in the market, priced at 8/13.
With Theo James, Jacob Elordi, and Anthony Boyle still in the chasing pack, casting updates from producers are eagerly awaited.
| Next James Bond | Odds | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Callum Turner | 8/13 | 61.9% |
| Aaron Taylor-Johnson | 5/2 | 28.6% |
| Jacob Elordi | 3/1 | 25.0% |
| Theo James | 6/1 | 14.3% |
| Anthony Boyle | 10/1 | 9.1% |
Where To Bet on James Bond Markets
Although this villain market may not be available at every bookmaker, a number of UK betting sites are continuing to list odds for major Bond-related specials.
For the latest offers and updated market availability, head to our full list of betting sites
You can also find specialist options for cinema, TV, and pop culture odds by visiting the best entertainment betting sites page, where we track current specials and promotional free bets.
