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James Bond Shocker: Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult Late Contenders for 007 After Auditioning for Denis Villeneuve

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As James Bond casting rumors heat up, a couple more A-list actors have entered the mix: Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult were among the stars who screen-tested to play the new 007. After weeks of wondering who could be up the mystery James Bond screen test, Deadline has not only found out who the actor is, another suitor was also added to the mix. Covered by 5 outlets: 1 lean left, 4 are centre.

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  2. Film-News.Co.Uk Center Factuality: Mostly factual GB
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  3. Deadline Center Factuality: High US
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  4. IGN Center Factuality: Mostly factual US
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  5. Variety Leans left Factuality: High US
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    As James Bond casting rumors heat up, a couple more A-list actors have entered the mix: Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult were among the stars who screen-tested to play the new 007. Both British actors certainly have the acting pedigree to play the suave spy. They also have...

  6. Google News Center Factuality: High US
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  7. News Center Factuality: Mostly factual IN
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