Daniel Craig Says The Next James Bond Isn't His Problem
During the world premiere of No Time to Die, Daniel Craig says deciding who the next James Bond will be is not his problem. Craig has played the suave MI6 agent in five different Bond films, beginning with Casino Royale in 2006. While Craig's Bond still adheres to the usual tropes, such as looking good in a suit, he has also brought a level of seriousness to the character. that has not been seen in previous performances.
Sean Connery was the first actor to play James Bond, which began with the 1962 film, Dr. No. Connery would continue to play the character five more times in the franchise, until he handed over the title to Roger Moore in 1973. Live and let die. Moore would best play the character of any other actor, starring in seven Bond movies in total, ending in 1985. A Sight to Kill. Timothy Dalton would take on the role in two Bond films until Pierce Brosnan took office in 1995. Golden Eye. In the entire catalog of 25 James Bond films, six different actors have played 007, leaving audiences wondering who will take over next.
Independent reports that while speaking on the red carpet at the world premiere of No Time to Die, Craig was asked if he was going to miss playing James Bond. To which Craig replied, “Maybe. We'll see. I'll think about it tomorrow. "Craig also offered a very direct response when asked if he would reprise the role in the future, saying," No, definitely not. "The interviewer then asked Craig if he had any preferences as to who could replace him as Bond, prompting another direct response from Craig, who replied," It's not my problem. "
In reference to Bond's upcoming pick, Craig also recently rejected the idea of Hugh Jackman taking over, jokingly saying, “He's not going to be. Over my dead body. With the MI6 agent position currently open, many actors have thrown their hats into the ring, and even Oscar winner Taika Waititi jokingly campaigning for the role. Companion No Time to Die star Ben Whishaw has also offered his take on the upcoming Bond, saying he would love to see an openly gay actor play the character. Unfortunately, the producers of the franchise, Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson, have said that the search for a new Bond will not begin until 2022.
With No Time to Die serving as Craig's final rendition of 007, speculation about who will take on the character next will continue until an official announcement is made. In the meantime, fans of the franchise can look forward to seeing Craig's latest performance when the film opens in October. While Craig may not care who takes on his role, he can be proud of the positive mark he has left on the entire franchise.
