Producer Michael G. Wilson dispels rumors that a younger actor will replace James Bond. “Dune” star Timothée Chalamet will take over the role left vacant by Daniel Craig.
“We’ve tried looking at younger people in the past. But trying to visualize it doesn’t work,” Wilson said at a British Film Institute celebrating the 60th anniversary of the franchise on Friday, Deadline reported.
He said, “Remember, Bond’s already a veteran. He’s had some experience. He’s a person who has been through the wars, so to speak. He’s probably been in the SAS or something. He isn’t some kid out of high school that you can bring in and start off. That’s why it works for a thirty-something.”
Internet rumors claimed that Chalamet would be the Oscar-nominated actor in 2021. Many fans created memes. Facebook PageThere are several Reddit threads dedicated to this campaign and numerous YouTube videos that predict that the 26-year old will win. “Call Me By Your Name”The iconic spy was to be played by a star soon.
Producers are looking for actors in their 30s so that they can exclude Tom Hardy (45) and Idris Elba (50 this year), as well as Tom Hiddleston, 41.
It might be enough to make room for Superman actor Henry Cavill (39-years-old) “Grantchester” star James Norton. Wilson insists that Cavill will almost certainly be old before the cameras roll on the next Bond movie, even though casting has not begun.
