Nearly a fifth of
James Bond fans (17%) would like to see Idris Elba as the next
Actor to step into the iconic 007 role, a survey has found. The “Luther” star topped the list of favourites to continue the film franchise – ahead of Tom Hardy, Henry Cavill, and Happy Valley star, James Norton. Other popular choices on the top 20 list included Tom Hiddleston, Tom Holland, Jamie Dornan, and Oscar winner, Cillian Murphy. But while 81%, of the 2,000 adults polled, were hoping to see a male star take on the lead role, the list also included
Women including Helen Mirren, Emily Blunt, Emilia Clarke, and Lupita Nyong'o. Seven in 10 (72%) agreed that an English actor ought to take on the role – while Christopher Nolan was picked as favourite to direct the next Bond film. The research was commissioned by Lottoland.co.uk , on behalf of its Casino division – and the brand also created a quiz , to help you discover which James Bond you would be. With questions centred around your weapon of choice, and what drink you would order at a bar, the fun tool ultimately reveals whether you're a fists-first Craig, a smooth-talking Brosnan – or a camp and quippy Moore. Where to watch every
Oscars 2024 Best Picture nominee including Poor Things and Oppenheimer And Lottoland.co.uk has created a quiz to help you discover which James Bond you would be ( Image: Lottoland.co.uk) A spokesman for Lottoland.co.uk said: “James Bond is a topic that certainly gets the nation talking. There are some really interesting names to make it into the top 20 list, but it’s not a shock to see Idris Elba taking the top spot with his sleek and cool demeanor. Let’s hope the casting agents see this.” The research also saw Sean Connery, Daniel Craig, and Roger Moore named among the best Bonds so far. However, 86% think that no matter who the producers pick to play the character next, someone will complain about it. And 46% of fans admitted that if the next actor cast to play the spy isn't someone they like, they'll consider not watching the future films at all. It also emerged gadgets, fast cars, and pretty women are the top things associated with the famous spy series – closely followed by posh suits and casinos. But 72% admitted they have never even read the original 007 novels that the films are based on. The study, carried out via OnePoll, also revealed 24% of men polled think they themselves would play a good James Bond – thanks to being a good driver, ability to think on their feet, and bravery. And 19% are likely to place a bet on who would be cast next. The Lottoland.co.uk spokesman added: “There have been some iconic actors playing the 007 agent in the past, old and new. “It’s also great to see how many people think they would make a good Bond – especially the men – and that Casinos are closely associated with the famous spy.” TOP 20 ACTORS BRITS WANT TO BE THE NEXT JAMES BOND: Idris Elba Tom Hardy Henry Cavill James Norton Cillian Murphy Tom Hiddleston Tom Holland Jamie Dornan Aaron Taylor-Johnson Richard Madden Rege Jean Page Luke Evans Leo Woodall
Emilia Clarke Emily Blunt Helen Mirren Barry Keoghan Theo James Lupita Nyong'o Sam Heughan