Andrew Scott in a still from Sherlock.
Moriarty. James Moriarty.
Agent 007 will likely have an explosive new baddie in the form of the TV Sherlock Holmes' nemesis Moriarty.
Rumour has it that actor Andrew Scott, who plays archvillain Moriarty opposite Benedict Cumberbatch's Sherlock, will be revealed as a cast member of
Bond 24 later today.
If true, Andrew will cross wits and guns with Daniel Craig, playing James Bond for the fourth time in the next film of the super successful series.
Italian actress Monica Bellucci is also rumoured to have a role. Actors Christoph Waltz and Lea Seydoux are reported to feature among the cast as well.
Director Sam Mendes returns for
Bond 24 after the last film
Skyfall. Returning cast members include Ralph Fiennes, Naomie Harris and Ben Wishaw.
An official announcement is expected later today.