James Bond

James Bond producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson respond to Bond candidate Idris Elba saying he doesn't want the role of 007.

[Daniel Craig’s James Bond was explosively killed off](https://screenrant.com/no-time-die-james-bond-death-craig-right/) in the final moments of 2021’s [No Time to Die](https://screenrant.com/tag/bond-25/). It’s also true that Elba has had to listen to years of speculation about his becoming Bond with nothing coming to fruition, and seems to have emotionally moved on from all of it. Elba on the other hand is already 50, meaning if he committed to ten years of playing Bond, he would be in his sixties by the time he was ready to bow out. [James Bond](https://screenrant.com/tag/james-bond/) producers respond to Idris Elba saying he doesn’t want the role of 007. Elba becoming Bond would obviously be historic as he would be the first non-white actor to hold down the role. No Time to Die did of course already introduce an alternate 007 in Lashana Lynch’s Nomi, who briefly took on the famous numerical designation before handing it back to Bond.

The 007 producers are looking for a long-term replacement following Daniel Craig's exit from the franchise last year.

Actors including Riz Ahmed, Daniel Kaluuya, and [Regé-Jean Page](https://www.avclub.com/the-russo-brothers-team-rege-jean-page-for-james-bond-1849332373) have also become popular amongst fans. [Ana de Armas](https://www.avclub.com/with-one-thrilling-sequence-ana-de-armas-steals-bond-s-1847817882) as an action star and featuring Lashana Lynch’s character taking up the 007 title. Wilson, who revealed that they are looking for an actor who will return to the role for 10 to 12 years, following [Daniel Craig](https://www.avclub.com/daniel-craig-gave-james-bond-a-soul-even-when-the-film-1847824504)’s recent send-off in [No Time To Die](https://www.avclub.com/daniel-craig-seems-pretty-damn-psyched-about-how-his-ru-1848196392). Many viewers have also called for more racial diversity in the series, with Idris Elba as a long-running favorite to sit behind the wheel of 007's Aston Martin. Ahead of the 60th anniversary of 007's film debut, [Variety](https://variety.com/2022/film/global/james-bond-007-barbara-broccoli-michael-g-wilson-1235378239/) sat down with producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. The producers see each new actor as a way to reinvent a role that has been regularly seen onscreen since 1962.

James Bond producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson say they still have to pitch prospective actors for the 007 role.

Asked about the stewardship of the company in the years ahead, Wilson jokes that Broccoli is “the spring chicken,” and at the height of her abilities. In the morning, they will leave their hand and footprints at a ceremony in the forecourt of the TCL Chinese Theatre. The work of Time’s Up U.K., Broccoli says, is “vitally important,” and plans to form an Independent Standards Authority to handle issues of sexual harassment and abuse are underway. Alongside “Till’s” October release, Broccoli has a musical of “Sing Street” being staged in Boston, and another theater project with director Erica Schmidt in the works. Broccoli is “eager to find out” who will be replacing the studio heads at MGM, which has yet to name a successor. “It wasn’t going to be dangerous to the participants is the key thing,” notes Wilson. “The thing is, it’s going to be a couple of years off,” she notes. They worked with the “Remington Steele” actor for another three movies — “Tomorrow Never Dies” (1997), “The World Is Not Enough” (1999) and “Die Another Day” (2002) — before hiring Craig for “Casino Royale” (2006). It was hard enough getting [Daniel Craig to do it].” Wilson interjects: “And he was in his early 30s at the time!” Both Wilson and Broccoli, who is a director of the U.K. It’s still “early days,” they claim, but whomever lands the role has to be in it for the long haul. Broccoli and Wilson hadn’t recently spoken to the long-time Bond candidate at the time of this interview, but they say they understand.

007 producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson discuss the difficult task of finding the next James Bond.

[Henry Cavill](https://movieweb.com/james-bond-henry-cavill-very-keen-join/), Tom Hardy, [Idris Elba](https://movieweb.com/idris-elba-says-constant-james-bond-questions-lazy-journalism/), Aidan Turner, and [Regé-Jean Page](https://movieweb.com/the-russo-brothers-endorse-reg-jean-page-the-next-james-bond/) are often on top of fan-casting lists for the next James Bond. Wilson, who say they “still have to pitch prospective actors on the part.” Speaking with [Variety](https://variety.com/2022/film/global/james-bond-007-barbara-broccoli-michael-g-wilson-1235378239/), finding the new Bond is a lot more difficult than it might seem, with the franchise needing an actor able to commit to a decade of espionage outings. Much like the Daniel Craig era did, the next iteration of James Bond will take its cues from both modern action movies and modern men. “That’s why, when people go, ‘Oh, who are you going to get?’ it’s not just about casting an actor for a film. “The thing is, it’s going to be a couple of years off. An element that makes the casting decision a lot more complicated.

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"That's why when people go, 'Oh, who are you going to get?' it's not just about casting an actor for a film," she said. (Craig was actually 37 when the producers officially announced he had the role.) It was hard enough getting [Daniel Craig to do it]." "Well. [Idris Elba](https://ew.com/person/james-bond/) doesn't want to play 007? [James Bond](https://ew.com/person/james-bond/) franchise brass Barbara Broccoli and Michael G.

Producers said Daniel Craig's successor will continue the work of 'cracking Bond open emotionally' as the franchise seeks to 'evolve'

One of the fruits of that deal is the first reality television series to be based on Bond: 007’s Road to a Million, in which contestants follow clues in a race around the world, competing for a £1 million prize. Idris Elba long considered a frontrunner for the role, recently appeared to rule himself out of the running. The thing is, [the casting decision] is going to be a couple of years off. It also featured meatier roles for female characters, including [Lashana Lynch as a fellow secret agent](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/women/life/phoebe-waller-bridges-black-female-007-worst-kind-virtue-signalling/). I don’t know who’s evolving at a faster pace,” she said. Bond is evolving just as men are evolving.

The James Bond producers are searching for a new 007, and it appears Idris Elba could still be in the running — if he wants it.

“It will definitely satisfy the will of a nation,” he continued. It is what the will of the nation dictates sometimes.” “I have no more answers for it. “I don’t think that, you know, playing Bond will satisfy some of my personal goals.” It was hard enough getting [Daniel Craig to do it].” Wilson have responded to the actor’s hesitance.

007 producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson are reportedly in “early days” of looking for a lead who'll stay with the franchise for a decade.

[Pure Chaos](https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2022/09/is-tiktok-turning-fashion-week-into-pure-chaos?itm_content=footer-recirc&itm_campaign=more-great-stories-091422)? “We’re not going to try; we’ve got to do it. “It was a real blow when we lost Mike and Pam,” said Broccoli. And then a hurricane came and things changed.” “We’re trying to keep it theatrical,” Wilson said, before Broccoli interjected: “Well, we’re gonna keep it theatrical,” she said. Broccoli and Wilson admitted that they haven’t spoken to Elba about the opportunity in some time, but were quick to add that “he’s great. “When people go, ‘Oh, who are you going to get?’ it’s not just about casting an actor for a film,” said Broccoli. “It’s about a reinvention, and ‘Where are we taking it? [a recent interview with The Wall Street Journal](https://www.wsj.com/articles/idris-elba-interview-not-convinced-hes-james-bond-11660846334?mod=e2tw), Elba said he didn’t see Bond when he “[looks] in the mirror,” which some have interpreted as Elba taking himself out of contention for the role. It’s not just showing up for a couple of months of filming.” Despite his impressive run, according to Broccoli and Wilson, Craig was apparently more than happy to retire by the end of his run. Wilson said the search for the next Bond is not as easy as it may seem, with the two producers claiming that they have to pitch candidates on playing the iconic spy.

James Bond producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson discuss how the next film in the spy franchise will reinvent 007 before casting him.

However, Elba has stated that he isn't entirely sold on the prospect of being [the next 007](https://www.cbr.com/idris-elba-not-sold-playing-james-bond-007/), revealing that "playing Bond will [not] satisfy some of my personal goals." "And when we cast Bond, it’s a 10-, 12-year commitment. Craig's Quantum of Solace featured another first as the 2008 film was the first direct sequel in the Bond franchise, picking up directly after the events of Casino Royale. [the next 007 will be a younger actor](https://www.cbr.com/james-bond-next-007-younger-actor-possibilities/) in his thirties with [The Witcher star Henry Cavill](https://www.cbr.com/james-bond-007-henry-cavill-frontrunner/) the current favorite among bookies to play the iconic double O agent. "And then, once we figure that out, who’s the right person for that particular reinvention? What do we want to do with the character?'" said Broccoli.

The Luther star recently said that when he looks in the mirror, he doesn't "see James Bond."

"That's why when people go, 'Oh, who are you going to get?' it's not just about casting an actor for a film," she said. "Well. (Craig was actually 37 when the producers officially announced he had the role.) It was hard enough getting [Daniel Craig to do it]." [James Bond](https://ew.com/person/james-bond/) franchise brass Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. [Idris Elba](https://ew.com/person/james-bond/) doesn't want to play 007?

Actor Daniel Craig retired from the James Bond role with last year's "No Time to Die," after 15 years and five movies.

"I believe in making characters for women and not just having women play men's roles. "Bond is evolving just as men are evolving," Broccoli said. But they hinted that the evolution of the franchise during the Craig era will continue, such as developing his character beyond being a womanizing spy. Craig retired from the role after 15 years with last year's "No Time to Die," his fifth movie as Bond. That ain't gonna work." It was hard enough getting [Daniel Craig to do it]."

While chatting with Variety, 007 producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson discussed speculation of Idris Elba playing James Bond.

Broccoli also shared that the next Bond film wouldn’t begin filming until 2025. Daniel Craig first portrayed James Bond in the 2006 film Casino Royale, and concluded with No Time To Die in 2021. [with Variety](https://variety.com/2022/film/global/james-bond-007-barbara-broccoli-michael-g-wilson-1235378239/), 007 producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G.

You can stream Daniel Craig's last 007 adventure on Amazon Prime Video, and the 25th Bond movie's climax will undoubtedly leave you both shaken and stirred.

[Casino Royale](/culture/entertainment/james-bond-movie-to-watch-right-now/), rebooted the franchise in 2006. [told Variety](https://variety.com/2021/film/news/no-time-to-die-ending-james-bond-death-daniel-craig-1235144941/) in a Dec. So his movies are a self-contained series, and the death of his version of the character closes the loop on that narrative. [59-year cinematic history](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0055928/) (and [68-year literary one](https://assoc-redirect.amazon.com/g/r/https://www.amazon.com/Casino-Royale-James-Bond-Fleming/dp/1612185436?tag=cnet-buy-button-20&ascsubtag=___COM_CLICK_ID___%7C___VIEW_GUID___%7Cdtp)), 007 is killed. The original plan was to kill the character at the end of Craig's fourth movie (Spectre), but longtime series producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. "Bond is evolving just as men are evolving," Broccoli told the outlet. [No Time to Die](/culture/entertainment/no-time-to-die-review-daniel-craig-says-goodbye-to-james-bond-in-style/) may be the Bond movie to end all Bond movies. Available to stream [on Amazon Prime Video](https://assoc-redirect.amazon.com/g/r/https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B09K1YRF44/?tag=cnet-buy-button-20&ascsubtag=___COM_CLICK_ID___%7C___VIEW_GUID___%7Cdtp), the [25th official 007 movie](/culture/entertainment/james-bond-movie-to-watch-right-now/) ends Daniel Craig's 15-year tenure as [James Bond](/culture/entertainment/every-james-bond-movie-ranked-the-best-of-bond/) with a bang and leaves you wondering where the superspy series can go next. Bond numbly executes Safin and re-opens the silo doors, but it's clear he doesn't have time to escape. Nomi escapes with Madeleine and Mathilde, while Bond sticks around to make sure the base is destroyed. [terrorist group Spectre](/culture/james-bond-007-faces-the-spectre-of-surveillance-review/) when Safin was just a wee lad, so he killed Madeleine's mother to get back at Mr. "The result is an epic, explosive and emotional swan song that throws everything it has against the wall for a genuinely unique entry in the series."

The producers of the 007 franchise are still looking for their next James Bond. We think it's time they thought outside the box.

He is the mother I never had, the sister anybody would want. Strengths: He’s six-three, which is not too tall but also not too short. Strengths: The producers were adamant that the prestigious role of James Bond is a “ten- to twelve-year commitment.” Who better to honor that commitment than an award-winning actual child? Bottom Line: Uncle Danny may be a bit more cut out for the villain roles. I mean, what else is he doing for the next decade? The other agents would be like, “U wot m8?” and his cover would be blown. [an interview with Variety](https://variety.com/2022/film/global/james-bond-007-barbara-broccoli-michael-g-wilson-1235378239/), they said it’s still “early days” and the franchise is taking “a couple of years off,” but they did lay out a few Bond basics they’re looking for in their next suit. Did he blow up a rocket? Did he accidentally send his dad a dick pic? I mean, he basically auditioned for 007 in his TV miniseries Bodyguard. He also looks damn good in a suit. He doesn’t have a middle name, which is weird but very Bond-like.

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[George Lazenby](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0064757/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0) sneak in?) They must look impeccably dashing while holding a martini in a tuxedo. Club’s Slack channel still have plenty of thoughts about who could play the iconic secret agent next. [saying for months ](https://www.avclub.com/producer-barbara-broccoli-next-james-bond-film-1849123133)that “nobody’s in the running,” with the 60th anniversary of the first Bond film approaching, the internet hivemind and The A.V.

Someone will replace Daniel Craig as James Bond...eventually. But producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson have a long road ahead of them.

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Actor Daniel Craig retired from the James Bond role with last year's "No Time to Die," after 15 years and five movies.

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I really want to be a part of it, the whole thing.’ And he lived to regret that,” Broccoli told Variety. She applauded Craig’s work in “[cracking] Bond open emotionally,” giving access to his inner life. Broccoli and Wilson revealed that most young actors who think they want to do Bond don’t comprehend the commitment involved. Though fan-fave contender Idris Elba would clearly kill those tailored suits and martini-dry quips, the British actor has said he doesn’t see 007 when he “looks in the mirror,” and 50 is a bit long in the tooth to sign on for this ride. “It was hard enough getting [Daniel Craig to do it].” Wilson interjects. “And when we cast Bond, it’s a 10-, 12-year commitment.