The search for the next James Bond has been one of the biggest guessing games in Hollywood ever since Daniel Craig hung up his tuxedo. Over the past year, seemingly every British actor in their 30s has been linked to the role.

Now, one of the world’s biggest pop stars has reportedly entered the conversation.

Harry Styles has had discussions about playing the next 007, according to a new report. The former One Direction singer is now among a growing list of names being considered to take over the iconic role.

Bond Search Heats Up

Amazon MGM Studios tapped Dune director Denis Villeneuve last year to direct the next Bond film, with Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight writing the script. Producers Amy Pascal and David Heyman are overseeing the franchise.

According to Variety’s Angelique Jackson , Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult both screen-tested for the role , while Callum Turner, Josh O’Connor, and Jack Lowden have been rumored as top contenders.…