Austin North to be the next James Bond?
- By Jim Leap
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- International December 26, 2024
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Is North set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in November 2024. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Austin North.
UPDATE 26/12/2024 : This story seems to be false. (read more)
Every man, at some point in his life, wishes he could be James Bond. And with the news that Daniel Craig may well be out as 007, there are a whole bunch of actors from London to Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.
Could Austin North become the Seventh James Bond?
North’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in I Didn't Do It (2014-2015). His commercial appeal is growing, too.
The question for North now is – what next?
Three reasons Austin North would be good for the James Bond franchise
- It would clarify that Bond is a rotating identity: If M can be a woman, why can't James Bond be a 28-year-old American?
- No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as North.
- It would give Austin North a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.
This 'North To Play James Bond' Rumor had the internet in a frenzy
Twitter was flooded again Wednesday with loads of tweets related to the rumor. Some fans even launched an online Facebook page called We Want Austin North for James Bond.
“His name is North. Austin North!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) December 25, 2024
“He was perfect as Logan Watson in I Didn't Do It, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) December 25, 2024
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) December 25, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: North has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) December 25, 2024
Rumors about Austin North stepping into the role's next iteration have been floating about for a while now. He is characterized by being smooth, slick, handsome, rugged and charming. These are definitely the characteristics needed to play James Bond. Don’t you agree?
Do you think Austin North should be the next James Bond?
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