Sam Riley to be the next James Bond?
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Is Riley set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in March 2024. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Sam Riley.
UPDATE 25/04/2024 : 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 in London wondering what they could bring to the role.
Could Sam Riley become the Seventh James Bond?
Riley’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Pride and Prejudice and Zombies (2016), Maleficent (2014) and On the Road (2012). His commercial appeal is growing, too.
The question for Riley now is – what next?
Three reasons Sam Riley 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 Sam Riley?
- No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Riley.
- It would give Sam Riley a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.
This 'Riley 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 Sam Riley for James Bond.
“His name is Riley. Sam Riley!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) April 24, 2024
“He was perfect as Diaval in Maleficent, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) April 24, 2024
“A 44-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) April 24, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Riley has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) April 24, 2024
Rumors about Sam Riley 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 Sam Riley should be the next James Bond?
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