Leo Woodall Expresses Desire to Be the Next James Bond

The actor Leo Woodall, who starred in ‘Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy’, has stated that he would like to play James Bond again. Though he joked that he hasn’t received the call yet, the 28-year-old actor, who has also starred in ‘One Day’, ‘Prime Target’, and ‘The White Lotus’, expressed his excitement for the legendary character.

When asked about playing 007 in an interview with Variety, Woodall gave a hilarious response, saying that all British actors appear to be vying for the part. He expressed his delight when questioned further, stating that he would love to “beat up some bad guys” in the role even if he wouldn’t necessarily need to save the world.

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After Daniel Craig’s final portrayal of the British spy in ‘No Time to Die’ (2021), the hunt for the next James Bond continues. According to producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli, the new Bond will give the movies a new direction, with each actor contributing a distinct element to the role.

Woodall’s remarks reveal his desire to become one of the renowned spies, even though a number of actors, such as Tom Hardy, Idris Elba, and Aaron Taylor-Johnson, have been speculatively connected to the part. Saoirse Ronan recently backed her partner, Jack Lowden, for the role, while other actors, like as Henry Cavill, have expressed concerns about their age.

Woodall’s portrayal in ‘Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy’ received high appreciation

–Farheen Ali