Scottish TV heartthrob, 40, becomes sudden favourite to play James Bond

Stephen Knight is currently penning the script for the new James Bond film (Picture: ZUMA Press Wire/Shutterstock)

A new name has shot up the bookmakers’ prognostications of who could be the next James Bond, just as it was reported that final screen tests for the role will be held in the coming days.

Richard Madden has emerged as a late contender for the coveted 007 mantle, after his odds were slashed in the final stages.

The Scottish actor, 40, made his name with roles including Robb Stark in Game of Thrones and as the titular minder on The Read Entire Article