James Bond is one of the most iconic characters in cinematic history — and yet, only some actors have been fortunate enough to tackle the part.
10.02.2021 - 18:12 / justjared.com
Tom Holland wants to be the next James Bond!
The 24-year-old actor made an appearance on Variety‘s Awards Circuit podcast when he made the reveal.
“I mean, ultimately, as a young British lad who loves cinema, I’d love to be James Bond. So, you know, I’m just putting that out there. I look pretty good in a suit,” Tom said. “I’d be like a really short James Bond.”
The next James Bond movie, No Time to Die, will be Daniel Craig‘s last. It is set for release on October 8, 2021.
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James Bond is one of the most iconic characters in cinematic history — and yet, only some actors have been fortunate enough to tackle the part.
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Gallery: We’re all pretty bizarre! 10 things you should know about The Breakfast Club (BANG Showbiz)Meanwhile, Tom recently revealed that he would be keen to take over as James Bond from Daniel Craig – who will play the role for the final time in the delayed blockbuster 'No Time To Die' – and quipped that he could be a "really short" 007. The 'Cherry' star said: "Ultimately as a young British lad who loves cinema, I'd love to be James Bond.
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READ MORE: James Bond cast: All the actors in the mix to become the next Bond?Interestingly, Holland has said how'd like to be Bond, a few years ago. Speaking with Shortlist in 2017, the then 20-year-old said: "I actually want to brush up on my James Bond knowledge, because Sony release Spider-Man and Bond.
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