Following Amazon's acquisition of full creative control over the James Bond franchise, a significant question arises: who will be the next 007? Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos recently posed this question on X (formerly Twitter), sparking considerable online discussion.
While several actors, including Tom Hardy, Idris Elba, James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, and Aaron Taylor-Johnson, have been suggested, Henry Cavill emerges as the overwhelming fan favorite.
AnswerSee ResultsCavill's popularity surged following Bezos' tweet, fueled by numerous Bond fans advocating for the Superman and Witcher actor to succeed Daniel Craig. His involvement in Amazon's Warhammer 40,000 project further fuels speculation.
Interestingly, Cavill previously auditioned for Casino Royale (2006), an audition director Martin Campbell described as "tremendous." However, at 23, he was deemed too young. Campbell later stated that had Daniel Craig not been cast, Cavill would have been an excellent choice. Cavill himself acknowledged he likely wasn't ready at the time and praised Craig's performance.
With Craig's departure after No Time to Die, the search for his successor is underway. Campbell noted that Bond actors often commit to three films, a timeframe that might now make Cavill, at 40, a suitable candidate. While previously considered too young, his current age and experience could make him a strong contender.