Amazon takes creative ownership of the James Bond series, shaking up the franchise.
Fans and industry insiders wonder who will play James Bond after Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson retire.
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos asked fans directly. He inquired on X (previously Twitter) who should wear the tuxedo and carry a gun. Henry Cavill trended online as the response was enormous.
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Tom Hardy, Idris Elba, James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, and Aaron Taylor-Johnson were mentioned, but Cavill stood out. His elegant sophistication and athletic power seem to fit everything fans seek in the new Bond.
Henry Cavill auditioned for Bond when?
His history with the part adds to the excitement. He auditioned for Casino Royale in 2005. Director Martin Campbell called Cavill’s audition “tremendous,” but at 23, he was too young and Daniel Craig won the role.
In a 2023 interview, Campbell said, “Henry would have been an excellent Bond. He was physically fit and looked amazing. attractive, chiseled. He seemed young then.”
Cavill said he wasn’t ready back then: “They obviously went with Daniel, and I think it was an incredible choice. He did great, and I’m delighted they chose him.”
Will Henry Cavill’s Amazon deal lead to Bond?
The supposition goes beyond fan wishes. Cavill is already connected with Amazon, starring in and producing Warhammer 40,000. This has spurred rumors that Amazon’s creative control may boost his Bond chances.
With Cavill already working with Amazon on another huge project, could he play James Bond? Timing and corporate ties support speculation.
Question about Henry Cavill being too old for Bond.
Ironically, Cavill’s age is a major casting dilemma. Some doubt he could sign a multi-film Bond contract at 40. Martin Campbell remarked that performers usually sign on for three Bond films over six to nine years. Such a commitment would put Cavill near 50.
Campbell said, “When Daniel came to No Time to Die, he was really at an age where one more would have been too much for him.” Still, the director said Cavill is in fantastic form and has the charisma and skill for the job.
Amazon’s leadership makes James Bond’s future unknown and thrilling. Fans await Henry Cavill’s chance to play the world’s most famous spy.
Amazon’s involvement will usher in a new era for the 007 series, whether Cavill or someone else plays Bond.