When it comes to slipping into James Bond’s sleek suits and sipping on vodka martinis, the rumor mill never sleeps. With Daniel Craig having hung up his holster, the world is on the edge of its seat, wondering who’ll next step into the spy’s shoes. So, let’s dive into the 10 Wild James Bond Casting Rumors – because let’s face it, we all love a bit of ‘will they, won’t they’ drama.
Idris Elba Dodges Bullets and Rumors
The Idris Elba as Bond saga has been a rollercoaster of ‘yes, no, maybe so’. Despite fans clamoring since 2014 for him to take on the role and Idris initially expressing flattery at the suggestion, it seems the universe has other plans. At 50, Elba’s outside the producers’ ideal age range for a decade-long commitment to dodging bullets and charming audiences. Plus, Elba himself has been playing coy, stating in an interview with ITV that he’s ‘nowhere’ close to taking on the mantle. We were all kind of laughing about the rumors because they are just that,
he added. Sorry to burst your bubble, but it looks like this ship has sailed.
Tom Hardy Too Intense for a Tuxedo
Tom Hardy has always been a bit of an enigma wrapped in a riddle – or should we say wrapped in a potential Bond tuxedo? The buzz around Hardy stepping into Bond’s shoes has been as persistent as those pesky villains our favorite spy faces. But with Hardy’s intensity and at 45 years old, some might argue he’s more suited for roles that don’t come with a side of shaken-not-stirred martinis. Still, betting odds have been in his favor, though Hardy himself plays it cryptic: If I mention it, it’s gone…so I can’t possibly comment on that one,
he says. Talk about keeping us on our toes!
Henry Cavill Might Swap Cape for Martini
Henry Cavill could be trading his Superman cape for some espionage action if the grapevine is to be believed. With James Gunn and Peter Safran reshaping DC Films’ universe and sidelining Cavill’s Superman, our man Henry might just be free to pursue other…spy-related endeavors. And let’s be real, who wouldn’t want to see that jawline cut through enemy lines as effortlessly as it does through a well-tailored suit? That’s right, he could be trading his cape in for a well-tailored suit,
whispers the rumor mill. However, at 40 years old, is Cavill already past the secret service’s recruitment age? Only M knows for sure.
Richard Madden Ready to Guard MI6
If you’ve seen Richard Madden in ‘Bodyguard’, you know the man can handle himself – and not just when it comes to protecting fictional home secretaries. His name has been thrown into the Bond hat as a dark horse contender. At 36 years old, Madden’s not just flattered by the mention; he might actually be in with a shot. He previously told GQ: I’m more than flattered by people mentioning it.
Perhaps we’ll see him swapping his TV bodyguard badge for something with a bit more…license to kill?
Loki Might Just Be Our Next Bond
Talking about Tom Hiddleston as James Bond is like discussing whether pineapple belongs on pizza – everyone has an opinion. Hiddleston has charmed us with his portrayal of Loki and shown his spy chops in ‘The Night Manager’, making him a conventional yet intriguing choice for 007. But let’s not get ahead of ourselves; despite rumors and halted betting odds, Hiddleston remains mum: The thing is, the position isn’t vacant as far as I am aware,
he says. Could this be misdirection worthy of Loki himself? Only time will tell.
Lashana Lynch Shakes Up Bond Formula
Lashana Lynch already broke ground as 007 in ‘No Time to Die’, stirring (not shaking) things up by redefining what it means to be a double-oh agent. Her ascension signals major progress for a franchise that was starting to feel like it was stuck doing paperwork back at MI6 headquarters while the world moved on. Lynch’s future as either James Bond or headlining her own spinoff remains shrouded in mystery – but if anyone can bring Bond into the 21st century kicking and screaming, it’s her.
Rege Jean Page Smoothly Steps Into Speculation
‘Bridgerton’ fans might need smelling salts if Rege-Jean Page trades Regency-era waistcoats for Walther PPKs. The internet can barely contain its support for Page donning Bond’s tuxedo – though Page himself seems unfazed by all the hubbub: If you are British and you do anything of repute…people start saying the ‘B’ word,
he muses. Whether or not he sees playing Bond as just another tick on his British actor bingo card remains to be seen.
Michael Fassbender Plays It Cool With Bond Chatter
Michael Fassbender might have the gravitas for Bond – but does he have room in his calendar? While some fans are ready to hand him the keys to the Aston Martin yesterday, Fassbender seems content admiring Daniel Craig’s work from afar: I think Daniel is doing a great job and I don’t think too far into the future,
he says diplomatically. But admit it – you’ve totally pictured him strutting out of the ocean in trunks ala Casino Royale.
Cillian Murphy Swaps Flat Cap for Gun Barrel
Cillian Murphy might just trade his ‘Peaky Blinders’ cap for something with a bit more firepower if Bond rumors hold any weight. Known for playing intense characters with piercing blue eyes that could probably disarm villains at twenty paces, Murphy remains flattered by the speculation: I think Daniel is doing a great job
, he echoes Fassbender’s sentiment while keeping us guessing about his own interest in stepping into those iconic shoes.
Jamie Bell Dances Into The Rumor Mill
Last but not least, Jamie Bell – yes, Billy Elliot himself – has waltzed into conversations about becoming the next 007. Bell has reportedly impressed producer Barbara Broccoli enough to consider him for another role within the franchise before: Everyone remembers Jamie as the little boy in ‘Billy Elliott’, but he’s now bulked up and got some serious roles under his belt,
sources say. Could those ballet moves translate into slick spy acrobatics? The jury is still out on this one.
In conclusion, while we all love indulging in casting rumors and imagining our favorite actors suiting up as James Bond, remember that these are just whispers from Q Branch for now. Whether any of these actors will actually take up the Walther PPK remains uncertain until that official announcement hits our screens. Until then, let’s enjoy these wild speculations that keep our favorite spy alive in conversation long after ‘No Time to Die’ credits roll.
