The two British Hollywood stars are latecomers to the running, but big names. Variety confirms that both Pattinson and Hoult have auditioned in London.
The production has also discussed the role with Harry Styles, according to Variety's sources.
The guessing game over who will take on the role of the secret agent has been going on for years, with many names mentioned. But in recent weeks, industry media have narrowed the list down to two likely candidates:
Callum Turner, known for films such as "Eternity" and "One Night Only", and Jack Lowden, from the spy series "Slow Horses".
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