With Bond 25 rumored to be Daniel Craig’s last turn as 007, there has been a lot of talk regarding who could replace him. Several names have popped up over the last year: Tom Hardy, Tom Hiddleston, Michael Fassbender, etc. One of the other names thrown into the mix is that of Luke Evans. The actor’s career has really taken off in the past few years, with his latest movie Professor Marston and the Wonder Women releasing this year, and many feel that he could be a great successor to Daniel Craig.
So, what does the actor think about these rumors? During an interview with Screen Rant, Evans shared that he is a bit hesitant to take on such a daunting task. Here’s what he said:
“I think it would be an honor, but it’s a big job stepping into the boots of someone like Daniel Craig who was brought on [and] elevated him to a level which has never been. It’s an extraordinary franchise and incredible role but whoever takes on the role after Daniel Craig has got a job on his hands. So yeah, it’s attractive, but it also doesn’t come without its trepidation – it wouldn’t be an easy thing to do. You know what I mean, though? It takes so much, you know? You’ve got to create your fan-base, all that stuff goes on before filming. Yeah. Who knows? It wouldn’t be an easy thing to take over that role, although it is a fantastic character.”
Bond 25 is set to release on November 8th, 2019 with Daniel Craig being confirmed to return. The film has no title, or director at this time.
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Originally published October 13, 2017. Updated December 18, 2019.
