Director Christopher Nolan has denied any truth in the rumours that he will be helming the next James Bond film franchise.

In an interview with the Associated Press, Nolan said, "No. Sadly no truth to those rumors, but I’m very thrilled the strike is over and we can all get back to work." The clarification comes after speculations suggested that he will be helming a couple of Bond films.

The last actor to portray the iconic Bond role was Daniel Craig. After being first introduced in the role in 2006 film Casino Royale. After starring in films like Quantum of Solace, Skyfall, Spectre, the actor was last seen playing Bond in No Time to Die (2021).

Meanwhile, Nolan last directed period film Oppenheimer starring Cillian Murphy in the lead role.