# Slow Horses Star Jack Lowden Gains High-Profile Support for James Bond Role Co-stars Olivia Cooke and Gary Oldman publicly endorse Jack Lowden for the 007 franchise. - **Source:** [The Independent – Culture](https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment) - **Published:** 2026-11-10 - **Topic:** [entertainment](https://brifing.si/c/entertainment) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/3874f4fa-a052-4b84-a82c-cdfe6570a993 ## Growing Support for Lowden The race to find the next James Bond has intensified as high-profile actors publicly back Jack Lowden for the iconic role. His Slow Horses co-star Olivia Cooke recently told GQ that Lowden would make an excellent 007, joining a growing list of industry peers who believe he is the perfect candidate. ## Co-stars Endorse Performance Lowden has earned significant praise from his veteran co-stars on the Apple TV series. Gary Oldman and Kristin Scott Thomas have both publicly expressed their support for his casting. Scott Thomas specifically highlighted his cheeky demeanor and acting range as key traits that make him a strong contender for the legendary spy. ## Casting Director Connection Industry observers have noted a potential link between the current search and Lowden's previous work. Nina Gold, the casting director overseeing the search for the next Bond, was responsible for casting Lowden in his role as River Cartwright. This professional history could play a role in the final decision-making process for producers. ## Domestic Life Perspective Despite the intense media speculation surrounding the casting, Lowden’s wife, Oscar-winning actor Saoirse Ronan, remains focused on their daily life. She stated that the topic rarely comes up at home, emphasizing that they are more concerned with mundane tasks like walking the dog and preparing dinner rather than the Bond rumors. ## Competition from Callum Turner Jack Lowden faces stiff competition from other frontrunners, most notably Callum Turner. Turner has received high-profile endorsements from former Bond actor Pierce Brosnan and director George Clooney. Clooney, who directed Turner in The Boys in the Boat, praised his charm and physical presence, labeling him as a perfect fit for 007. ## Broader Field of Contenders The list of actors reportedly in the running for the role remains extensive and diverse. Beyond Lowden and Turner, names such as Josh O’Connor, Jacob Elordi, Nicholas Hoult, and Robert Pattinson are frequently mentioned by industry insiders. The search process continues to attract significant attention from both the media and fans. ## Villain Role Interest While the potential leads remain largely quiet about their specific chances, other actors are actively campaigning for different parts in the franchise. Bill Skarsgård has recently expressed a strong desire to play the adversary to the next James Bond, signaling that casting efforts are likely expanding to include the film's primary antagonist. ## Uncertainty Remains High Despite public endorsements and speculation, no official decision has been confirmed by the production team. Gary Oldman previously suggested that producers might have already made their choice, though he later clarified he had no inside knowledge. The industry continues to wait for an official announcement regarding the future of the franchise. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/news/james-bond-jack-lowden-olivia-cooke-slow-horses-b3082290.html — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._