Nietzsche hat geschrieben:Vielleicht könnte man ja auch einmal Crucible erwähnen, statt immer nur Vicar und Hobbit. Nur mal so eine Anregung...

Nimue hat geschrieben:Superman als Bond . Glaube ich nicht. Ich denke, dass BB wirklich jemand aussucht, der noch relativ unbekannt ist und dessen Gesicht die Zuschauer nicht mit einer anderen bekannten Rolle verbinden.
Wahrscheinlich werden wir total überrascht.

Damit die Diskussion endlich ein Ende hat- ist schon wie die neverending story- hoffe ich, dass es bald eine Auflösung gibt.

Aber jedenfalls immer wieder positiv, wenn Richard über solche Spekulationen publicity bekommt!!

Who Should Be The Next James Bond?
With Daniel Craig not returning as 007, Redbrick Film takes a look at who should take his place.


Tom Hiddleston

The long and storied history of James Bond on the big screen has treated audiences to the sublime (Skyfall’s epic opening chase), the ridiculous (Roger Moore taking on voodoo priests and using Crocodiles as stepping stones in Live and Let Die) and, most often, a combination of the two (barrel-rolling an AMC Hornet in The Man With the Golden Gun or The Spy Who Loved Me’s submarine car). Yet, as the franchise has grown and matured, the image of the suave, distant, impossibly cool Bond has remained almost the lone constant. Enter, Tom Hiddleston. He may seem to many who call for a fresh take on the character to be a dull, conservative choice. But what they call stale, I call classic. Why mess with a formula that, as the most recent Bond outings have proven, can still produce smart and gripping popcorn movie gold? While he may lack the pure, fiery physicality that the departing Daniel Craig brought to the role, Hiddleston has proven with the recent BBC series The Night Manager that he is quite capable of playing the action hero. Add that to his unique brand of British charm and keen intelligence, and this is a man who was born to play 007. Let’s not let that go to waste.

by Jobe Close

Paapa Essiedu

With the call nowadays for more diversity in Hollywood, the argument is often made to introduce the first black Bond as Daniel Craig’s successor. When it comes to fan casting, established names like Idris Elba and Chiwetel Ejiofor are thrown around a lot, but it is time to introduce someone fresh and new. That’s why I suggest that the next Bond should be Paapa Essiedu, a relatively unknown stage actor who is currently playing the lead in the RSC’s Hamlet. It would be a big break for him, and he has the youthful charisma to pull off the role as the British spy, but can also handle complex, Shakespearian character drama. It wouldn’t be the first time a stage actor has jumped onto the franchise bandwagon (see Tom Hiddleston as Loki), and Paapa Essiedu has what it takes to reinvent James Bond in his own image, rather than simply recreating what has come before.

by Matt Dawson

Richard Armitage

When you think British actors at the moment that play rugged yet refined, handsome and caddish heroes there is only one name that springs to mind: Richard Armitage. The odds may be on Hiddleston, who has met Bond execs, but he suits the Bond villain over Bond. Armitage is younger than Craig, he’s had the experience of working with a major film franchise in The Hobbit, but mostly he’s been working in TV. Who doesn’t remember Armitage as the dashing Gisborne in the BBC's Robin Hood? Bond doesn’t need the flashiest Hollywood star, nor does it want it. Craig wasn’t huge before Casino Royale and Moore was tied up with television series The Saint. Brosnan was known for television roles, Dalton came from television too, starring in Sins. Armitage has proved he’s got the acting chops, he’s proved he can carry a major role through a franchise and he’s damn good-looking to boot.

by James Moore

Dan Stevens

Despite the physicality and ferocity that Daniel Craig brought to Bond, he sorely lacked the debonair edge that always defined 007. Tom Hiddleston may be the bookies favourite to fill those expensive shoes but I would argue that he’s already too big a star for him to disappear into the role. Plus he’s just too damn likeable, even as a villain! Which is why I propose we opt for a more enigmatic man by the name of Dan Stevens. I understand that Downton Abbey isn’t exactly the most obvious place to pluck Bond from but from a practical standpoint he is a rising star that is ripe for a huge role to define his career. For those who don’t believe he could pull off the incredible action that defines this new age Bond, I would thoroughly recommend that you watch The Guest. He’s charming, sexy and twice as lethal. Give Dan Stevens a license to kill and he most certainly will kill it.

by Alex McDonald

Bill Nighy

Currently, we are in the middle of a super hero crisis, a crisis in which only the young play action heroes. The movie industry is in desperate need of an older hero. Only Colin Firth in his portrayal of Galahad, a parody of James Bond, achieved such status. By playing this character Firth proved to the world the possibilities of casting older men past their 50’s in action. Sadly it would be too jarring to have Firth play Bond, however, I believe that Bill Nighy has the potential to be even greater. Bond needs to be two things: smooth but deadly. We all know that Bill Nighy can be smooth, seeing as he’s almost always type cast as a charming man in his 60’s. The question arises whether Nighy can be deadly. The answer lies within his performances in The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel 1 and 2. In this film Nighy performs a stylish yet tasteful performance, Bollywood style, highlighting his agility and dexterity. These attributes would certainly allow for some exciting chase scenes. Also, Bond carries a gun, so there is no real need for hand to hand combat; nobody is going to get past a gun. Nighy needs to be the next Bond; it’s his right as a man over the age 40. Everyone knows Bond is at his peak when he is above the age of 40. Why not go even higher with above the age of 60. In an age of young actors playing these big action hero’s, Nighy would be a perfect change of pace.

by Tom Edgerton

Daisy hat geschrieben:Richard hätte sicher Spaß an der Rolle doch ich finde, bitte keinen Rauschebart und nicht soviel Silikon, diesmal sollte die Welt erkennen, wer da spielt. So ein Bart wie beim Crucible würde doch reichen...

Daisy hat geschrieben:Ich hatte mich schon geärgert, dass im Englischen Stephen Fry die Bücher liest und nicht Richard. Wäre ein Traum, wenn die Rolle an ihn ginge (und sie sich zeitlich nicht mit der 2.Staffel Berlin Station kreuzt ... )

Daisy hat geschrieben:Fassbender ist gut, aber irgendwie ist die Welt zu sehr fixiert auf ihn... und mir fehlt an ihm etwas die sportliche Seite, die körperliche Agilität, die Richard hat.

Minou hat geschrieben:Ich habe gar nicht mehr auf dem Schirm, dass Dumbledore so eine Sportskanone ist .
Nein, ich sehe da MF auch nicht in dieser Rolle, ihm fehlt das Grundgütige - wie Richard übrigens auch...

'Fantastic Beasts' Cast: Tom Hiddleston, 4 Other Actors Who Could Play Dumbledore In 2016 Film


We know there's no chance of Harry Potter appearing in the "Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them" trilogy (These news is not a surprise ince it takes place about 60 years before the Boy Who Lived was born.) However, there is another well-known wizard who could make an appearance alongside Eddie Redmayne's Newt Scamander: Albus Dumbledore.

Though "Fantastic Beasts" is set in New York City, Britain-bound Dumbledore did write the foreword to Scamander's book, so we know they were friendly — who's to say the future Hogwarts headmaster can't make an appearance at some point in the trilogy?

Described in the books as tall and thin with piercing blue eyes, Dumbledore would be around 40 years old when the first "Fantastic Beasts" movie takes place. Even though it might seem like every British actor has already appeared in the "Harry Potter" movies, we've rounded up a few we think could take on the role of young Dumbledore:

1. Stuart Townsend

Like Richard Harris and Michael Gambon, both of whom played Dumbledore in the "Harry Potter" movies, 42-year-old Townsend is Irish. He was even rumored to be cast in "Half-Blood Prince" (which obviously wasn't true) — let's get him into the "Harry Potter" universe for real!

2. Stephen Moyer

It might surprise you to find out 45-year-old "True Blood" star Moyer, whose character speaks with a deep Louisiana drawl, is actually British. We're sure nabbing a role in the "Harry Potter" universe would score him points with his and wife Anna Paquin's kids!

3. Richard Armitage

After starring in "The Hobbit" trilogy, 44-year-old Armitage is no stranger to the world of fantasy film (or wearing a long wig and beard). Plus, he's definitely got the tall, thin and blue-eyed thing down pat, and could easily bring the quiet dignity Dumbledore is so well-known for.

4. Benedict Cumberbatch

Like his "The Hobbit" co-star Armitage, 39-year-old Cumberbatch is tall, thin and blue-eyed, and even has the auburn hair Dumbledore had in his youth. We also know that Cumberbatch has experience playing hyper-intelligent characters (i.e. Sherlock Holmes).

5. Tom Hiddleston

Hiddleston, 34, is about a decade younger than most of the other actors on this list (and only a year older than Redmayne), but he's our top choice. He's even said before he'd love to be part of the "Harry Potter" universe, and we'd love for him to be part of the "Harry Potter" universe as well. Plus, we know from "Only Lovers Left Alive" that he can pull off long hair, and Redmayne's got a baby face anyway. Let's make this happen, Warner Bros.!

Catch up on the latest "Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them" news HERE and check out the film when it hits theaters on Nov. 18, 2016.

Who Could Even Play a Young Dumbledore?
Dumbledore is coming to the 'Fantastic Beasts' sequel and the director says they're taking suggestions on casting.
By JJ Duncan on November 7, 2016


While we eagerly await the release of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, we're already getting news from its planned sequel. Less than a week after it was announced Johnny Depp will be in the second Fantastic Beasts movie, we've now learned that a young Albus Dumbledore will also be a part of the film!

From ScreenRant: "In the second movie Dumbledore comes back," director David Yates revealed during a roundtable interview with press. "He’s got a couple of good scenes with Newt [Scamander]… We’re discussing who would play Dumbledore, any suggestions would be good. [Laughs]"

Suggestions, eh? Well Dumbledore leaves some pretty big shoes to fill, but we've got a few ideas for actors who might be able to play a young version of the future Hogwarts Headmaster.


1. Hugh Dancy

Pros: We know from Hannibal that he brings an uncanny depth to his work. It's like he could be thinking anything behind those eyes.

Cons: He doesn't have much name recognition outside Hannibal fans.


2. Luke Evans

Pros: He's got gravitas, likability, and oh-so-expressive eyes.

Cons: He might be too good looking? And maybe just a little too slick and put-together for a wizard whose dapper style is often mixed with a practiced disheveled quality.


3. Richard Armitage

Pros: We already know he looks awesome with a beard. And he's capable of delivering weighty dialogue without batting an eye.

Cons: Those angular features might be a little too hard for Dumbledore, who always had a soft quality to him.


4. Michael Fassbender

Pros: He can be mysterious, friendly, and intense all at the same time. Also, it would be funny if the two actors who played Magneto were both famous wizards.

Cons: He might badmouth the movie if he's not impressed.

Regardless of who plays him, Dumbledore will be a tough role to cast. A lot of fans have some very specific ideas about the character, and a younger actor will be in a position to redefine (or at least recontextualize) some of those.

If you have any ideas about who should play Dumbledore, let us know in the comments!