Recently, Amazon took control of the James Bond franchise, which has many fans buzzing about who will become the next 007. Long-time producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson are stepping back, leaving a big question: who should be the new Bond?
After Amazon’s Jeff Bezos posed this question on social media, responses poured in. Fans have suggested big names like Tom Hardy, Idris Elba, James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, and Aaron Taylor-Johnson. However, Henry Cavill has emerged as the clear favorite.
Cavill quickly began trending online after Bezos’s tweet, with many fans wanting him to follow Daniel Craig as Bond. His recent involvement with Amazon’s upcoming Warhammer 40,000 project has sparked speculation about his potential casting as Bond.
Interestingly, Cavill previously auditioned for the role of Bond in 2006’s Casino Royale. Director Martin Campbell praised Cavill’s audition but noted that he was too young at the time, which is why he lost out to Craig. Cavill himself acknowledged this in a recent interview, highlighting that he wasn’t quite ready then but supports the decision to cast Craig, who has done an excellent job.
Fans are curious if Cavill could finally get his chance now that Amazon is in control. After Craig’s last film, No Time to Die, producers are on the lookout for a new actor. Campbell reflects on how Craig’s age and commitment to the franchise could play a role in the selection of the next Bond. At 40, if Cavill were to take on the role, he would be nearing 50 by the time he finishes a potential trilogy of films, which raises questions about longevity in the role.
The suspense around the next James Bond continues, but Cavill’s name remains at the forefront of discussions. Will he finally take on the iconic role? Only time will tell.
