James Bond is one of the most famous characters in the global film industry, often surrounded by numerous rumors and speculation. However, among today’s audience, Daniel Craig stands out as the most recognized name, as he is the actor who has significantly transformed the action film series about Agent 007.
Despite the latest film, Spectre, receiving mediocre reviews, it still grossed an impressive $879 million worldwide. This financial success is a key reason why, despite his age, Daniel Craig is still highly sought after by Sony to continue in future installments.
However, the situation is quite complex. Before the release of Spectre, during several promotional events, Daniel Craig hinted that he might be done with the role, even expressing a desire to “move on” from playing 007. He even mentioned that he would require a hefty sum of £68 million (approximately $100 million) to return to the series. Craig explained that he feels he has outgrown the character.
Many well-known names have been considered to take over the role from Daniel Craig, including Aidan Turner and Tom Hiddleston; however, Sony has yet to finalize any choices.
According to recent reports, Sony has already proposed a very enticing offer to Daniel Craig, amounting to a staggering $150 million for him to return and star in two additional 007 films.
Currently, Daniel Craig has not publicly commented on this proposal, but he has previously indicated that he is open to the idea of reprising his role in the series. This means that Sony’s lucrative offer could persuade Craig to reconsider and return for two more films.
Commenting on this situation, many foreign news outlets suggest that Daniel Craig is playing a very strategic game in choosing the right moment to make his decision. Currently, it is challenging to find a suitable actor who can fill the massive shoes left by Craig in the Agent 007 franchise. As such, during their search for a fitting replacement, Sony will have to employ new strategies to keep Daniel Craig engaged with the series for as long as possible.
