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   Will Idris Elba take over James Bond?

   • Subscribe to Deadline Breaking News Alerts and keep your inbox happy. Idris Elba has been one of the recurring names that fans suggest when the topic of James Bond comes up. Following Daniel Craig's final bow as the British secret agent in No Time To Die, Elba had been keen on potentially taking over the role.

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   Did Elba want a black James Bond?

   • Elba specified his desire to The Mail on Sunday in 2010. While it would be a “huge compliment to be asked,” he “wouldn’t be interested if it was simply a case of them deciding it was time for a black James Bond. I can do without ‘the black James Bond’ label.”

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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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   Is James Bond a coveted role?

   • It’s one of those coveted [roles],” Elba said during an appearance on the SmartLess podcast. “Being asked to be James Bond was like, ‘Okay, you’ve sort of reached the pinnacle.'” Elba acknowledged that due to the character being known worldwide, chatter about casting the next Bond was “one of those things the whole world has a vote in.”

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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...

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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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     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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6. 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...

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 · 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...

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11. deadline.com › 2023 › 06Idris Elba Got Over Potentially Playing James Bond After "It ...

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    Jun 28, 2023 · Idris Elba says he was flattered by the idea of being James Bond, but turned off by the racist comments. He also clarifies his statement on not defining himself as a Black actor.