Richard Osman has named Scottish actor Jack Lowden as the actor he has heard is being strongly considered to become the next James Bond, adding a new contender to the speculation over who will replace Daniel Craig. Osman stressed that Lowden had not secured the role, saying he was 'definitely being strongly considered.' Lowden, 36, is best known for playing River Cartwright in Apple TV+'s spy drama Slow Horses. Osman Names His Bond PickOsman initially suggested he had been told who the next Bond would be before clarifying that his information did not amount to confirmation. His role as River Cartwright has given him experience in contemporary spy drama, although there is no indication that his work on Slow Horses has influenced the Bond casting process.