September 15th 2024.
Ben Whishaw, the talented actor known for his roles in Spectre and Skyfall as Q, has recently opened up about his uncertain future with the James Bond franchise. With the next film, No Time To Die, being Daniel Craig's last as the iconic superspy, fans are anxiously speculating who will take over the coveted role.
Names like Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Henry Cavill, Damson Idris, Cillian Murphy, and Idris Elba have all been thrown into the mix, leaving fans wondering who will be the next Bond. However, one name that won't be returning is Ben Whishaw's. The actor shared in an interview with BBC One's Sunday With Laura Kuenssberg that he doesn't believe he will be in the next film.
"I don't think I'm going to be in the next one," he admitted. "I think they're going to start all over again, with a completely new cast. That's my hunch, but I don't know for sure. I have no idea." While this may be disappointing for fans who have grown to love Whishaw's portrayal of Q, the actor did reveal that he would be open to returning if asked. "I'd do it if they asked me," he clarified. "But I think it might need a new lease of life and a whole new group of people."
As for the next Bond girl, there has been much speculation, with Michelle Keegan's name rising to the top of polls after her appearance in the hit series Fool Me Once. But former Bond girl Gemma Arterton recently shared a mortifying experience from her time on set filming Quantum of Solace. She recalled a scene that was originally written as off-camera, but the director decided to change it last minute, causing much discomfort for Arterton and her co-star.
Meanwhile, at the Venice Film Festival, Craig was asked about the possibility of the next Bond being gay. The actor sighed and reached for a glass of water before responding, "I mean, please..." Director Guadagnino interjected, reminding everyone to be "adult" and stating that no one can truly know Bond's desires. Craig listened, gazing into the distance.
While the future of the James Bond franchise remains uncertain, one thing is for sure: many are eagerly anticipating the next installment, and the guessing game for who will take on the iconic role continues.
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