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 himself posed this question on X (formerly Twitter), sparking a fervent online debate.
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 star to succeed Daniel Craig. His involvement in Amazon's Warhammer 40,000 project further fuels speculation about his potential casting.
Interestingly, Cavill previously auditioned for Casino Royale (2006), an audition deemed "tremendous" by director Martin Campbell. However, at 23, he was considered too young. Campbell later stated that Cavill would have made an excellent Bond had Daniel Craig not been cast. Cavill himself acknowledged he likely wasn't ready at the time and praised Craig's performance.
While producers actively sought Craig's successor after No Time to Die, Campbell notes that actors typically commit to three films, a timeframe that aligns well with Cavill's current age (40). While previously deemed too young, Cavill's age and experience now make him a strong contender.
