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Riz Ahmed's 'Bait' Scores Perfect Rating Ahead of Bond Role

3/20/2026

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Prime Video's series Bait stars Riz Ahmed, the Pakistani-British actor, as Shah Latif, tracing his journey toward possibly becoming the next James Bond.
The series debuts on March 25, 2026.
Initial reviews give Bait a perfect 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
The narrative unfolds over four days, highlighting Shah Latif's personal and professional challenges, including family dynamics and media scrutiny.

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Story summary

Prime Video's series Bait stars Riz Ahmed, the Pakistani-British actor, as Shah Latif, tracing his journey toward possibly becoming the next James Bond.
The series debuts on March 25, 2026.
Initial reviews give Bait a perfect 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
The narrative unfolds over four days, highlighting Shah Latif's personal and professional challenges, including family dynamics and media scrutiny.