Ian Fleming, a British novelist, invented the fictional character of James Bond in 1953. ‘James Bond‘ films are a hybrid of science fiction and spying stories, combining plenty of fun gadgets, inventions, and modern gear to fight off supervillains, future threats, and the conquest or destruction of the world. However, the actor portraying James Bond, Daniel Craig announced his exit from the role in his own terms: “I’ve always had a sort of hidden vision for the entire thing and where I wanted to take it.” With ‘No Time To Die‘ in 2021, he said goodbye to 007.
Now, who can carry on the series as the original 007 actor declared his retirement? Though there was no confirmation at the time, there were only rumors that Cillian Murphy would be playing the part. Now, Pierce Brosnan, who became the fifth Bond actor, has officially endorsed Murphy to play the enduring character.
Pierce Brosnan Shares His Thoughts On Cillian Murphy Possibly Playing James Bond
The 70-year-old Irish actor Pierce Brosnan was asked who he thought should replace Daniel Craig as James Bond. Brosnan played the international spy in four different films from 1995 to 2002. In an interview with BBC, he said, “Cillian would do a magnificent job as James Bond on His Majesty’s Secret Service.”
After Daniel Craig announced ‘No Time to Die‘ as his last performance as 007, rumors have been abour who will play the role after him. Cillian Murphy believes that “that ship has sailed” for him. Why? According to him, “I’m a bit old for that.” He said this after Brosnan’s recommendation. Murphy could be the right choice for the role as he has experience of suave intense characters from the series ‘Peaky Blinders‘ and his Oscar-winning performance in ‘Oppenheimer‘ as well.
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The James Bond Legacy
Whoever decides to play James Bond will be a member of an incredible legacy. Sean Connery was the original James Bond star, and David Niven appeared in the 1967 parody ‘Casino Royale‘. The official Bond franchise has starred George Lazenby, Roger Moore, Timothy Dalton, Pierce Brosnan and Daniel Craig.
Brosnan first entered the world of Bond in 1995’s ‘Golden Eye‘ and later Craig picked up the role shortly afterwards, making his 007 debut in 2006’s ‘Casino Royale‘. Fans believe now it would be an amazing experience to watch Cillian Murphy as James Bond.
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