Damson Idris Addresses Casting Rumors for James Bond and Black Panther

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Actor Damson Idris, well-known for his roles in “Snowfall” and “Black Mirror,” has frequently been a favorite among fans for major characters such as the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Black Panther and James Bond. Not only has he often been linked to these roles in fan casting discussions, but there have also been persistent rumors about him joining blockbuster franchises. However, it has been reported that Idris declined offers for both Black Panther and 007. Recently, the actor has used his Twitter account to clarify this matter.

In a playfully sarcastic tone, Damson Idris clarified through his verified account that he didn’t reject the Black Panther role or any similar opportunities. He humorously addressed a fan’s comment about him turning down the role, stating it was far from the truth. Additionally, he made clear that he hadn’t turned down other major projects either. Ending his message with an ironic smiley, the actor emphasized…

“Yes sir. I turned down 007, A co-lead film with Daniel Day Lewis and an Eddie Murphy biopic too.”

Many people, including ourselves at MovieWeb, believe Damson Idris could excel as both James Bond and Black Panther. Although no such roles have been given to him so far, there’s a possibility he might land these roles in the future.

Could Damson Idris Play James Bond or Join the MCU?

Actor Damson Idris has experienced a steady increase in his fame lately, as he’s been considered for the part of John Stewart, also known as Green Lantern, in the DC Universe created by James Gunn and Peter Safran. Although he didn’t get the role, which went to Aaron Pierre from Rebel Ridge, it’s clear that Idris is now attracting attention from big-name studios. It’s not hard to imagine that Gunn is pondering potential roles for him, given how close Idris came to starring in Green Lantern.

When it comes to James Bond, Damson Idris is often named as one of the top contenders for the part. While he may not be as heavily favored as actors like Aaron Taylor-Johnson (Kraven the Hunter), Theo James (The Gentlemen), or Regé-Jean Page (Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves), there are many who believe that Idris could steer the iconic action series towards exciting new territory.

So far, Damson Idris’ most notable roles are in the action thriller “The Commuter,” where he teamed up with Liam Neeson; the gritty British drama “Farming”; Charlie Brooker’s dark series “Black Mirror”; the Netflix movie “Outside the Wire” alongside Anthony Mackie from Captain America; and the crime drama “Snowfall,” for which Idris has garnered significant praise from critics. Upcoming, Damson Idris will be seen sharing the screen with Hollywood legend Brad Pitt in Joseph Kosinski’s sports drama “F1,” director of the hit movie “Top Gun: Maverick.

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2025-01-20 19:31