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- Cillian Murphy leads betting to play the next Bond villain.
- Paul Giamatti, Giancarlo Esposito, and Zendaya also feature strongly.
- Official casting is yet to be confirmed, but speculation continues to build ahead of Bond 26.
Cillian Murphy Tipped to Take on 007 in Bond 26 Villain Role
As speculation continues to swirl around the casting of the next James Bond, attention is now turning to the villain of the upcoming 26th film in the franchise and Cillian Murphy currently heads the betting market as the most likely actor to step into the antagonist role.
While fans are still waiting for confirmation of the next Bond, bookmakers are laying odds on who could be cast as the iconic adversary.
With filming expected to begin in in the next 12 months, casting buzz is reaching fever pitch, especially after Oppenheimer star Murphy's growing prominence on the big screen.
Some massive names feature in the latest betting market with Murphy currently given an implied probability of 18.2% of being cast in the role.
| Next Bond Villain | Odds | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Cillian Murphy | 9/2 | 18.2% |
| Paul Giamatti | 11/2 | 15.4% |
| David Dastmalchian | 13/2 | 13.3% |
| Zendaya | 7/1 | 12.5% |
| Giancarlo Esposito | 15/2 | 11.8% |
| Helena Bonham Carter | 15/2 | 11.8% |
What the expert says...
Familiar Faces and Fresh Twists in the Running
Cillian Murphy is no stranger to villainous roles, having played Scarecrow in Nolan’s Batman trilogy and more recently delivering a haunting performance as J. Robert Oppenheimer.
Paul Giamatti follows at 11/2, with his recent critically-acclaimed roles proving he can swing between villainy and tragicomedy with ease.
David Dastmalchian, best known for darker roles in Dune and The Suicide Squad, is an outsider, while Zendaya is the top female contender at 7/1.
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Where to Bet on Bond Movie Specials
Although official betting sites are not yet offering markets on the Bond villain, expect them to follow soon, especially after the lead actor is confirmed.
You can stay ahead by checking offers at the best entertainment betting sites and comparing UK betting sites.
For added value, don’t forget to look into new betting offers as markets open on Bond 26 casting specials.
