James Bond's Newest Actor Broke Out in Netflix's The OA

Denis Villeneuve's James Bond is still years away from hitting the big screen; the franchise's 26th film is expected in 2028, and debate continues over who should inherit the role, with names such as Jacob Elordi, Damson Idris, Callum Turner, Henry Cavill, Theo James and Tom Holland frequently mentioned.

IO Interactive unexpectedly cast Patrick Gibson as Bond in the latest franchise entry. That choice has quickly generated excitement and prompted some to wonder whether the series is in particularly capable hands.

Longtime television viewers may recognize Gibson from Netflix's near-perfect, mind-bending sci-fi series The OA, where his performance significantly raised his profile. The OA premiered on December 16, 2016, blending supernatural mystery, interdimensional science fiction and fantasy, and leaning on its ensemble cast to ground ambitious concepts with emotional depth.

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