2023-09-25 00:13:20
It is one of the most prestigious and discussed jobs in Hollywood: the role of James Bond. Because, with the release of the 007 film “No Time to Die” in 2021, it is clear that actor Daniel Craig has slipped into the suit of the well-known British agent for the last time. Since then, many film fans have been asking themselves the question: Who will be the new James Bond? In any case, the online rumor mill is boiling hot.
“It’s over,” announced 007 actor Daniel Craig before the release of the last James Bond film in 2021. The Englishman would like to devote himself to other projects in the future and leave his old ego as a master spy behind. Since these announcements, there have been some rumors circulating on the internet regarding who might take over his role in the future.
What matters to 007
Fans, betting offices and even actors themselves bring plenty of names into play – like Hollywood star Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. The American said in an interview that he would like to be the next 007 agent. But according to producer Barbara Broccoli, this is not possible because three essential requirements must be met for the role. Broccoli told The Hollywood Reporter magazine that the upcoming cast member must be both male and British. However, ethnicity or skin color played no role. They are also looking for an actor who is young enough to be signed up for ten to twelve years. In addition, the actor should have good looks, a tall and slim, athletic stature and a certain charm.
Possible candidates like The Rock or Ryan Reynolds are therefore eliminated. Nevertheless, the list of possible favorites is still long. An overview:
A name that often appears in the media is Idris Elba. The Londoner has shown in films like “The Dark Tower” and “Pacific Rim” that he thrives in action-packed films. But the 51-year-old has already rejected possible speculation: “You know, a lot of people talk regarding another character who starts with J and ends with B, but I won’t be that guy. I will be John Luther. This is who I am,” he said, referring to his starring role in the television series of the same name. Furthermore, at 51, he is probably too old.
Richard Madden
Richard Madden regularly causes rumors. The 37-year-old will be known to many film fans as Robb Stark from the series “Game of Thrones”. The British actor also cuts a good figure as a secret agent, as he is currently proving in the series “Citadel”. He told GQ magazine a while ago: “It’s great to be considered for this,” adding: “I don’t want to jinx anything by saying anything. I think it’s like a curse.” It’s no wonder that the British media keeps talking regarding him.
James Norton
He is considered one of the favorites for the agent role: James Norton (38). The Londoner, who gained fame through his roles in the television series “Happy Valley” and “Grantchester”, is very popular with English bookmakers. “We have seen a strong outpouring of support for James Norton in our Bond successor bets and as a result he is the new favorite to replace Daniel Craig as 007,” a spokesperson for English betting firm Coral told the British tabloid. Daily Mirror”.
He is probably one of the most famous favorites: Henry Cavill. But that’s exactly what might be a problem for the 40-year-old, because the Brit already embodied the ultimate superhero – Superman. The makers traditionally shy away from actors whose faces are already known in other roles. What is interesting, however, is that Cavill even took part in a 007 casting before “Casino Royale” in 2006. The role of agent then went to Daniel Craig. Maybe it will work this time?
Aaron Taylor-Johnson
According to several media reports, Aaron Taylor-Johnson is also in the running to succeed Bond. The 33-year-old actor is said to have already had an audition with producer Barbara Broccoli, which went very well. The Brit already has a lot of experience on the screen, having already appeared in major productions such as “Kickass”, “Tenet” and “Avengers: Age of Ultron”. Next year he will star in the Marvel film adaptation “Kraven – The Hunter”.
The name Tom Hardy also appears once more and once more on the list of favorites. He has already proven in films such as “Mad Max: Fury Road”, “The Revenant” and “Legend” that the London native is comfortable with action-packed blockbusters and physically and mentally demanding roles. Hardy definitely has the acting talent and the necessary physical requirements for the 007 role, but he might be too established and, at 46, too old for the producers.
Regé-Jean Page
He is already a sex symbol for many series fans, but does he also have what it takes to be a 007 agent? Regé-Jean Page is considered a hot contender to succeed James Bond. The British actor (35) with roots in Zimbabwe was most recently in the Netflix film “The Gray Man” and already demonstrated his spy skills there. But he was best known for his role as Simon Basset in the series “Bridgerton”. His rejection of the filming of the second season fueled the Bond rumors at the time.
Tom Hiddleston (42) has already publicly expressed his interest as Daniel Craig’s successor. In any case, he has qualifications for the job as a secret agent with a license to kill. In the thriller series “The Night Manager” or in the science fiction film “High Rise” Hiddleston demonstrated his acting skills. Not to be forgotten is his star role as Loki in the Marvel films. Will he come out on top in the end?
Callum Turner
Callum Turner is also on the list of possible candidates. The 33-year-old Londoner is tall, in good shape and has plenty of experience, ranging from roles in major productions such as “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald” to romantic stories such as “Emma” or “The Last Letter From Your Lover”. Action-heavy series à la “The Capture” is enough.
He has won the hearts of many film fans with roles like Spider-Man, but Tom Holland probably has an outside chance in the race for the 007 role. Because, as Spider-Man, the Brit is already too closely associated with other films. In addition, at 27, he is still a little too young to play an experienced agent. “But if they wanted a younger James Bond, believe me, I would be ready,” he once said in a radio interview.
It is not yet clear when the new Bond actor will be announced.
The previous James Bond actors
So far, six actors have played the British secret agent with a license to kill.
Sean Connery was not only the very first James Bond, but for many fans he is considered the real 007. The Scot slipped into the role of the spy and womanizer a total of six times between 1962 and 1971 and helped the series to global success. 1962: “James Bond – 007 chases Dr. No” 1963: “James Bond 007 – From Moscow with Love” 1964: “James Bond 007 – Goldfinger” 1965: “James Bond 007 – Fireball” 1967: “James Bond 007 – Man Alive only twice” 1971: “James Bond 007 – Diamond Fever”
2. George Lazenby:
George Lazenby cheated his way into appearing as 007 in 1969. The then completely inexperienced actor only got the role because he lied to the producers and claimed that he had already starred in many films. It remained just one film. 1969: “James Bond 007 – On Her Majesty’s Secret Service”
Roger Moore had a successful James Bond career. The London actor was on Her Majesty’s behalf seven times from 1973 to 1985 and is considered one of the most popular Bond actors. 1973: “James Bond 007 – Live and Let Die” 1974: “James Bond 007 – The Man with the Golden Gun” 1977: “James Bond 007 – The Spy Who Loved Me” 1979: “James Bond 007 – Moonraker – Strictly secret” 1981: “James Bond 007 – On a Deadly Mission” 1983: “James Bond 007 – Octopussy” 1985: “James Bond 007 – A Face to Death”
Timothy Dalton can also join the ranks of James Bond actors. The British actor appeared in two films in 1987 and 1989. Dalton’s role and the reorientation of the character were not well received by the audience, which is why the series was regarding to end and a new Bond actor was needed. 1987: “James Bond 007 – The Breath of Death” 1989: “James Bond 007 – License to Kill”
With “Golden Eye” and Pierce Brosnan, the Bond series celebrated something of a revival in the mid-1990s. With his four films in seven years, he brought the production back on the road to success. 1995: “James Bond 007 – GoldenEye” 1997: “James Bond 007 – Tomorrow Never Dies” 1999: “James Bond 007 – The World Is Not Enough” 2002: “James Bond 007 – Die Another Day”
Daniel Craig was the sixth actor since 2006 to go hunting for criminals in a suit and drinking a martini. The Brit announced before the last Bond film in 2021 that he was no longer continuing. The search for Craig’s successor is currently underway. 2006: “James Bond 007: Casino Royale” 2008: “James Bond 007: Quantum of Solace” 2012: “James Bond 007: Skyfall” 2015: “James Bond 007: Specter” 2021: “James Bond 007: No Time to Die “
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