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Sydney Sweeney Poised to Modernize Next Bond Film

10/23/2025

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Sydney Sweeney, an American actress, is a leading candidate to be the next Bond girl in a Denis Villeneuve–directed 007 film.
Denis Villeneuve, a friend of Sweeney, says her talent and appeal to younger audiences could modernize the franchise.
Former Bond girls Maryam D’Abo and Caroline Munro reunited in London to celebrate London Never Dies.
The film is expected to be released between late 2026 and 2027.

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Story summary

Sydney Sweeney, an American actress, is a leading candidate to be the next Bond girl in a Denis Villeneuve–directed 007 film.
Denis Villeneuve, a friend of Sweeney, says her talent and appeal to younger audiences could modernize the franchise.
Former Bond girls Maryam D’Abo and Caroline Munro reunited in London to celebrate London Never Dies.
The film is expected to be released between late 2026 and 2027.