James Bond is known for being a heartthrob, his love of martinis (shaken not stirred) and always makes sure he's looking suave even when on a serious mission.

And one of the favourites to play him in the next films, the charming Theo James, certainly fits the bill in all three of those respects after speaking in a new interview about how booze is his greatest vice, revealing what makes him 'feel sexy' and making a name for himself playing a series of debonair characters.

And while Theo is happily married to fellow actor Ruth Kearney, the star, 40, has lifted the lid on his prior romantic life admitting he is definitely not friends with any of his exes. 

And Bond - most recently played by Daniel Craig - certainly has a cut-throat attitude to moving on to the next romantic partner as he charms a different lady in each film.

Asked by Vogue this week if it's possible to stay friends with an ex he quipped back: 'I'm not friends with any of mine!', before revealing his love for the finer things in life.

He also admitted that 'sugar and booze' are his greatest vice and when asked what makes him feel the most attractive replied: 'Smell makes me feel f***ing sexy...' 

Theo is often seen stepping out at premieres in smart suits much like Bond and was a natural playing debonair aristocrat Eddie in 2024 Netflix series The Gentlemen. 

Demonstrating a Bond-style allure during the interview Theo was also asked what the best gift he's ever been given was as he cheekily replied: 'I can only think of dirty answers!' 

Revealing his love for the finer things in life he revealed he also said his favourite hotel to stay in is the Il Pellicano in Tuscany which starts at £4,000 a night. 

Last month Theo was the bookies' favourite to step into the iconic role of James Bond, with odds of 5/2. 

The Divergent star surged ahead of other contenders, including Superman actor Henry Cavill, Tom Hardy, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and James Norton.

The legendary 007 character was first brought to life by Sean Connery in 1962's Dr. No and has since been portrayed by several leading men. 

Most recently, Daniel Craig fronted the franchise, starring in five Bond films from 2006 to 2021.

Ever since No Time to Die marked Craig's final outing, speculation has been rife about who will take up the mantle next - and it seems Theo is firmly in the lead.

The Brit has previously impressed while playing rogue, morally ambiguous characters somewhat similar to Bond in both The White Lotus and and Guy Ritchie's The Gentlemen.

But James has played down speculation linking him to the part, telling The Guardian last year that it 'probably wouldn't be me'.

While she was planning the new Bond movie, Barbara Broccoli's favourite was thought to be The Divergent star Aaron Taylor-Johnson, 34.

He momentarily moved down bookies' lists after Amazon's purchase of the franchise, but recently soared back up them after signing a deal with Omega, the official watch provider of Bond.

He was also endorsed by former 007 Pierce Brosnan, 72, during an appearance on The Jonathan Ross show last month.

'I think he (Aaron) would make a very fine Bond,' Brosnan said.

'He was actually in one of the movies I made called The Greatest. This young man we cast as The Greatest.

'He was so impressive then. He just had this charisma, he had this presence... he would be so good. But there's many men on the list, I'm sure.'

As The Daily Mail reported, the plan is for the new Bond to be a 'straight up' reboot.

There is reportedly set to be no explanation of how the special agent is still alive, no multiverse of Bonds and no attempt to go back to the 1960s for a vintage Bond.

Amazon bosses are currently said to be considering locations in which to set the much-anticipated new film, which experts predicted is likely to be released at the end of next year or in 2027.

Due to a filming ban being imposed in Central London next year, new locations are reportedly being considered - with Liverpool a frontrunner, according to The Sun.

An insider told the publication: 'This will no doubt irk Bond purists who already fear Amazon taking over the 007 franchise may lead to them making big changes.

'But Liverpool is a well-known alternative to London for film-makers.

'It has appeared in everything from The Batman to Captain America and Harry Potter movies, doubling up as international cities.'

The source added that it doesn't necessarily mean the story will be set in Liverpool - though eagle-eyed Merseysiders will no doubt spot their city centre in the background.

MailOnline contacted Amazon for comment about the possibility of Liverpool being the setting for the next Bond.