Washington, Oct. 23 -- The hunt for the next 007 has reached a critical stage as final screen tests for Amazon MGM Studios' new James Bond movie are set to begin, with actors Callum Turner and Jack Lowden appearing in the mix.

According to Variety, the final round of screen-testing is scheduled to take place over the next week, beginning as early as Friday.

While the exact lineup of actors testing for the role remains unconfirmed by representatives, both Turner and Lowden have emerged as prominent contenders in the long-running casting process.

Denis Villeneuve is attached to direct the upcoming Bond film for Amazon MGM, with casting director Nina Gold managing the auditions.

Although an official timeline for naming the next James Bon...