‘New James Bond’ Aaron Taylor-Johnson looks miles away from 007 while filming blockbuster

Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Theo James on the set of Fuze. Aaron has his arm on Theo's shoulder while Theo's arms are tied behind his back
Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Theo James were spotted on the action-packed set of their next film (Picture: CLICK NEWS AND MEDIA)

Aaron Taylor-Johnson looked the furthest he could from becoming to next James Bond as he filmed an explosive new movie in Kent.

The Bullet Train actor, 34, was pictured in full army gear alongside The Gentlemen star Theo James as they shot scenes for the upcoming film Fuze.

Directed by David Mackenzie, the heist thriller ‘opens on the discovery of an unexploded World War II bomb in a London construction site sparking a mass evacuation the perfect cover for a heist,’ according to a synopsis.

New photos show Aaron in character on set as he toted a large gun while filmmakers staged a terrifying action sequence with bullets flying and cars tossed through the air.

In the replica warzone, on the outskirts of Wrotham, Aaron could be seen pointing a large gun while gazing through the scope in full military attire.

Another snap showed him placing his hand on Theo’s shoulder, who was covered in dirt with his hands tied behind his back.

Aaron Taylor-Johnson on the set of Fuze wearing military uniform and holding a gun
Aaron brandished a gun while in full military attire (Picture: CLICK NEWS AND MEDIA)

Theo James on the set of Fuze being led out of the bed of a white pickup truck by four characters in army uniform holding guns
The Gentleman star Theo was seen bundled in the back of a white pickup truck (Picture: CLICK NEWS AND MEDIA)

Aaron Taylor-Johnson on the set of Fuze wearing military uniform and holding a gun while speaking into a headset
Filming for Fuze took place in Kent (Picture: CLICK NEWS AND MEDIA)

In another scene, Aaron can be seen cutting Theo’s character’s restraints after he was bundled out of a white pickup truck.

One onlooker described the noise that was created onset as ‘mind-blowing and terrifying’ in the usually peaceful village.

Fuze, which does not yet have a release date, comes ahead of Aaron’s big screen return later this year in Marvel’sKraven the Hunter.

The film is set to be released on December 13 starring Russell Crowe and Ariana DeBose, telling the story of the titular hero and his relationship with his father that leads him ‘down a path of vengeance’, according to a synopsis.

A car flying through the air and kicking up sand on the set of Fuze
The high-octane set transformed the ordinarily calm and quiet village (Picture: CLICK NEWS AND MEDIA)

Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Theo James on the set of Fuze. Aaron is dressed in military attire and is cutting binds around Theo's hands
In another scene, Aaron appeared to come to Theo’s aid (Picture: CLICK NEWS AND MEDIA)

Aaron Taylor-Johnson on the set of Fuze wearing military uniform and holding a gun while speaking into a headset
It’s not the only time Aaron will be on our screens in the coming months (Picture: CLICK NEWS AND MEDIA)

Aaron will also star alongside Bill Skarsgard, Willem Dafoe, Emma Corrin, Lily-Rose Depp, and Nicholas Hoult in Robert Eggers’ remake of Nosferatu, which will be released on January 5, 2025.

The star has been tipped to play James Bond in the upcoming film as Daniel Craigsteps down from the coveted role – rumours that Aaron has neither confirmed nor denied.

Elsewhere, attention has been placed on Aaron’s personal life as he was spotted without his wedding ring sparking split speculation.

The Fall Guy actor started dating his filmmaker wife Sam Taylor-Johnson, 57, in 2009 – when Aaron was 18 and the Back to Black director was 42 – after meeting on the set of John Lennon biopic Nowhere Boy.

Theo James on the set of Fuze being bundled out of the bed of a white pickup truck by three people in military uniform
Fuze does not yet have a release date (Picture: CLICK NEWS AND MEDIA)

Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Sam Taylor-Johnson at an event. Sam is wearing a black dress while Aaron is wearing a black leather jacket. They are both smiling while looking at the camera
Aaron and his wife Same have been subject to split rumours (Picture: Getty)

After getting engaged the same year, the pair eventually married in 2012. They share two children (Wylda Rae, 14, and Romy Hero, 12) and even celebrated their marriage with a vow renewal on their 10th anniversary two years ago.

Their relationship, however, has not been without backlash with fans raising concerns over their wide age gap and how young Aaron was when they first got together.

The actor was in West London enjoying a solo dinner dressed in a grey hoodie and black trousers, and seemed to be engrossed in a phone conversation when passer-bys noted the lack of wedding ring.

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