Will Idris Elba take over as the next James Bond?
London, UK – Idris Elba is reportedly being eyed to take over the iconic role of 007 – and here's why he's the perfect choice.
Devilishly handsome with a wicked smile and top-notch physique.
These are just a few reasons why the Thor actor would be ideal to play the next 007.
After Daniel Craig's emotional exit in No Time to Die, there's been talk as to how should pick up the mantle and carry on James Bond's legacy.
Recently, Bond producer, Barbara Broccoli spilled to Deadline that the British star has been "part of the conversation" in regards to continuing Bond's story.
"I think we have decided that until No Time to Die has kind of had its run and Daniel has been able to – well, we’ve all been able to – reap the benefits of Daniel’s wonderful tenure, we’re not gonna think about or talk about anybody else, actors to play the role or storylines or anything. We just wanna live in the moment, the present," she further dished.
Sure, there are other contenders who could do the role justice, but no one can deny that Idris is the probably the perfect pick.
If the first few points weren't convincing enough, here's some more reasons why Idris would be the best choice to play 007.
Idris Elba was born to play 007
Let's be frank, Idris has undeniable range.
From his early days as Stringer Bell on the HBO series The Wire, to his most recent role as a the vicious cowboy Rufus Buck in the Netflix movie The Harder They Fall – the actor delivers every single time.
Not to mention his other pursuits such as DJ-ing and kickboxing. There's really nothing the 49-year-old can't do.
Every male who ever stepped into the quintessential role of Bond exuded sex appeal, strength, and irresistible charm – hence the fictional's character being dubbed a "ladies man."
Idris checks all these boxes and more.
The Avengers alum oozes charisma that's hard to come by these days all the while being a humble man despite his celeb status.
Much like Bond, the actor doesn't like to make scene, but put a suit on him and he makes heads turn and hearts stop with just a look and a smirk.
The physical strength required to be play the MI6 agent wouldn't be an issue for the Pacific Rim actor.
His roles in the action-packed films like Fast & Furious: Hobbs & Shaw and The Suicide Squad prove he is more than capable of handling the extensive high speed chases, deadly assassins, and any other big baddie thrown his way.
And who could resist looking at that handsome rugged face for two plus hours?
The world is in desperate need of a new hero, and his name is Elba, Idris Elba.
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