Robert Duvall to be the next James Bond?
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Is Duvall set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in October 2024. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Robert Duvall.
UPDATE 21/11/2024 : 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 Robert Duvall become the Seventh James Bond?
Duvall’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Jack Reacher (2012), Thank You for Smoking (2005) and The Natural (1984). His commercial appeal is growing, too.
The question for Duvall now is – what next?
Three reasons Robert Duvall 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 93-year-old American?
- No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Duvall.
- It would give Robert Duvall a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.
This 'Duvall 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 Robert Duvall for James Bond.
“His name is Duvall. Robert Duvall!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) November 20, 2024
“He was perfect as Tom Hagen in The Godfather Part II, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) November 20, 2024
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) November 20, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Duvall has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) November 20, 2024
Rumors about Robert Duvall 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 Robert Duvall should be the next James Bond?
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