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   Will Idris Elba play the next James Bond?

   • Tom Hanks is all for Idris Elba to play the next James Bond. “Understand this, James Bond has a licence to kill. I would issue that licence to Idris Elba just based on the work that I’ve seen him do,” Hanks told BBC News.

   Tom Hanks Picks Idris Elba as Next James Bond - Variety

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   Is Idris Elba 'too old' for Bond?

   • Luther star Idris Elba was said to be in the running, before Broccoli and Wilson said the 51-year-old was "too old" for the role. "When we cast Bond, it's a 10-, 12-year commitment," Broccoli said in 2022. "He's probably thinking, 'Do I really want that thing?' Not everybody wants to do that."

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   Was Elba the first black James Bond?

   • No offense to Tom Hanks, but it was when Covid-19 went after Elba—a man credible as both Nelson Mandela and the Norse god Heimdall, tipped at various points to be the first Black James Bond, an actor who seemed untouchable—that this shit got very real. Elba, who is forty-nine, admits now that he sincerely believed his time might be up.

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   Does Idris Elba need a new franchise?

   • The first was a stylized selfie captioned with, “my name’s Elba, Idris Elba.” He then tweeted, “Don’t believe the HYPE,” doing his best to calm the rumor that has as many lives as a certain secret agent. With roles ranging from Bloodsport to Knuckles, another franchise isn’t exactly a thing Idris Elba needs at this point.

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2. www.cnn.com › 2023/06/28 › entertainmentIdris Elba wanted to play James Bond until ‘it became about ...

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   Jun 28, 2023 · Idris Elba says he felt “super complimented for a long time” when it came to suggestions he should play James Bond. Until things took a turn. During a recently released conversation on...

3. www.npr.org › 2022/09/22 › 1124433124James Bond producers say they understand why Idris Elba doesn ...

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   Sep 22, 2022 · For years, fans have wanted to see British actor Idris Elba onscreen as the coveted 007 agent James Bond. But comments from Elba and the producers of the franchise suggest it might not...

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     James Bond is one of the most iconic characters that have been brought to screen. Over the years, many great actors have portrayed him, such as Pierce Brosnan...reports, producer Barbara Broccoli ...

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     Idris and Isan Elba are TikTok's favorite famous father-daughter combo

     TikToker Isan Elba is, as you might imagine, the daughter of the “Luther” star/James Bond everyone wanted. Other posts involve Isan simply reflecting on her surreal childhood, with some self-mockery thrown in for good measure.

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   Apr 17, 2024 · Luther star Idris Elba was said to be in the running, before Broccoli and Wilson said the 51-year-old was "too old" for the role. "When we cast Bond, it's a 10-, 12-year commitment,"...

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7. www.polygon.com › 22899196 › idris-elba-james-bondIdris Elba as James Bond casting rumors: the complete wild ...

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   Jan 24, 2022 · How did Idris Elba become the most talked-about candidate for the iconic role of 007? This article traces the history of his casting speculation, from his early TV roles to his recent comments on the franchise.

8. www.independent.co.uk › arts-entertainment › filmsIdris Elba gives definitive answer on James Bond rumour

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   Feb 14, 2023 · The actor says he will not be the next 007 and will focus on his TV show Luther. He also reveals the film sequel will be darker and more ambitious.

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9. variety.com › 2023 › filmTom Hanks Picks Idris Elba as Next James Bond - Variety

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   May 9, 2023 · The actor and author tells BBC News he would issue a license to kill to Elba based on his work. He also comments on editing novels for modern sensibilities and his own film experiences.

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    Oct 14, 2021 · No offense to Tom Hanks, but it was when Covid-19 went after Elba—a man credible as both Nelson Mandela and the Norse god Heimdall, tipped at various points to be the first Black James...