Finding the next James Bond actor will, unsurprisingly, not be easy. After being cast in the role for 2006's Casino Royale, Daniel Craig's version of the iconic British spy bid farewell to audiences at the end of No Time to Die.

After Daniel Craig made his final bow as James Bond, '007' producer Barbara Broccoli noted the next Bond will not necessarily be white.

James Bond 's producers have offered an update on the search for the next 007, confirming more concrete details about the role's criteria. Speculation is high over who will succeed Daniel Craig as the iconic spy since his departure three years ago, though nothing has been confirmed yet.

While speaking with the Associated Press ahead of the 15th Governors Awards on Sunday, Nov. 17, siblings Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson — who produce the British spy-action franchise and will receive an award at that ceremony — simply said that casting a new Bond is "a big decision."

But don’t take that as a sign that EON Productions is resting on its laurels. As you'll continue to read, there were other comments made in regard to the point of why this next “reinvention” of James Bond is important; and these may be the most important.

Explore all you need to know about James Bond 26, from casting rumors to creative changes and what lies ahead for the legendary 007 franchise.

Bond custodian Barbara Broccoli has spoken out about casting the next 007, calling it a “big decision” and teasing what to expect.

A producer for the James Bond series has dropped major details surrounding the potential pick for the next Bond character.