

Craig was a fairly unknown actor at the time, not really fitting the physical description of Bond from the books and previous films, but the age was something that Campbell wanted to keep similar. If Bond should be in his 30s, this would rule out several actors fans have suggested, including Tom Holland (26), Henry Cavill (40), and Tom Hardy (45). But, the bettors are backing Henry Cavill.


By Ryan Leston Updated: 3:47 pm Posted: Jun 23. The actor was in his very early twenties when director Martin Campbell was tasked with finding the next Bond, and while he was impressed with Cavill’s performance, he ultimately wanted somebody older and more experienced to take over the role - so it went to Daniel Craig, who carried the franchise forward through five more entries before stepping down in 2021.Ĭasting a younger actor to play Bond would’ve been an interesting decision for Casino Royale, but Campbell has since admitted that he wanted to bring somebody who fit all the criteria of James Bond while still doing something fresh and new. Soccer Horse Racing More Entertainment Next James Bond Odds: Henry Cavill The Most-Backed Pick For Next Bond The next James Bond odds are favoring Tom Hardy to play 007. 007 Director Calls Henry Cavill’s James Bond Audition ‘Tremendous’ - IGN He just looked a little young at that time back then. Next James Bond odds have seen 'another dramatic twist' as a BBC star is now equal with Henry Cavill in the race to replace Daniel Craig as 007. Which star will inherit the five-time Bond actor as a spy on His Majestys Secret Service The Brit Henry Cavill (39), known from The Witcher and as Superman. Cavill has been very transparent about the fact that he initially lost out on the role of James Bond following his audition for Casino Royale since he was too young. Topping the bill with a score of 92.3 is classically handsome British actor Henry Cavill best known for his role as Superman in Batman v Superman: Dawn of.
