James Bond Favorite James Norton Avoids Question About Rumored 007 Casting: Is This the Biggest Clue Yet?

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For years, there’s been speculation surrounding a well-known actor as a potential successor to Daniel Craig’s James Bond role. However, during a recent interview on Capital Breakfast UK, this actor skillfully side-stepped a direct question about taking over the role, when asked if we can expect to see him as 007. The fan inquired, “Are we going to see you as Bond next?” but the actor did not provide a clear answer.

Instead of directly answering the question, Norton’s evasive response sparked even more speculation and mystery. Sian Welby, his co-host, reacted with a chuckle, saying, “Apparently, we can’t even ask that.” This suggests that there might be some truth to the question if they were instructed not to ask it, doesn’t it? So, let’s ponder and speculate. Norton’s response didn’t confirm or deny whether he had moved beyond his “sad dad era,” instead…

Imagine this! When they inquired about the villain role I’d prefer, I found myself saying, ‘Not Bond villain, not Bond villain.’ This is because, as you might guess, the news headlines could get quite intriguing if there were any confusion.

Could it be that the somber father phase is drawing to a close? I’m not so sure. In fact, I believe there are more instances of melancholic fathers on the horizon. Interestingly, the role I’ve recently taken on, portraying King Harold in our upcoming Battle of Hastings drama, carries a touch of the sad dad within it. So, it seems I’m still very much a part of that era.

It’s also hard to ignore the addition of the word “yet” in his response.

The Clues Keep Coming Regarding James Norton’s Rumored Casting as James Bond

As a devoted admirer, I’ve always been captivated by the versatile acting talent of James Norton. His spellbinding performances in series like Happy Valley, Grantchester, and Little Women have left an indelible impression on me. Every time his name is mentioned in the same breath as other notable talents such as Aaron Taylor-Johnson from Kraven the Hunter, Paul Mescal from Gladiator 2, Henry Cavill from Man of Steel, Theo James from The Gentlemen, Callum Turner from Fantastic Beasts, and Josh O’Connor from Challengers for the role of James Bond, my heart skips a beat with anticipation. I truly believe he would make an exceptional 007.

Enhancing the suspense surrounding the 007 saga, there’s speculation that Norton might have just dropped the most significant hint so far about his potential casting as the new James Bond. This theory is fueled by his role in the recent TV series, Playing Nice, where a peculiar clause in his contract could hold the key to the mystery. In this series, Norton’s character skips the tuxedo at an exclusive gathering—a stipulation in any James Bond actor’s contract that forbids them from donning a tuxedo in other projects, thereby preserving the iconic 007 look. This unusual wardrobe choice could be a subtle indication that Norton is indeed the chosen one to step into the role of James Bond.

Absolutely, it’s also possible that this is just a coincidence. Even though James Norton seems perfectly suited for the role, there might have been some disagreements backstage between Amazon and Bond producer Barbara Broccoli. This could mean we might need to wait a bit longer to learn about the future of the franchise.

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2025-01-16 17:32