![]() We’ve had numerous Batmen (five in thirty years, not counting voice work or television), but only two actors has played the caped crusader more than twice ( Christian Bale in The Dark Knight Trilogy and Ben Affleckif you count the Suicide Squad cameo ).īeing cast as Bond isn’t a one-off (unless you’re George Lazenby). Even in that regard, Bond is something of an anomaly. ![]() And, apart from Batman, it’s the only series in which the lead character is frequently recast. Bond is a franchise unlike any other, a fifty-plus-year spanning, multi-billion dollar behemoth. Who will play James Bond next is a morbid question but an understandable one. I am here to tell you the unfortunate truth: Idris Elba Will Never Play James Bond The Roleīefore I break your hearts and dash your dreams, we must first discuss the character and the legacy of Bond, James Bond. And whenever that discussion comes up, one name is always touted above the rest. Many fans want the franchise to shake things up and maybe cast a person of color in the role. ![]() That said, the role of 007 has belonged almost exclusively to tall, white, British men, with dark hair, the notable exception being Daniel Craig who is a tall, white, British man with blonde hair. Whenever a new James Bond film is announced, people are quick to say, “yes, that’s all well and good, but who will the NEXT Bond be?” A Bond casting is always a big deal in the film industry. LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 07: Idris Elba arrives at the London Evening Standard British Film Awards at Television Centre on Februin London, England. ![]()
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