Michael Fassbender, known for his roles in films like “X-Men” and “Prometheus,” shared an interesting anecdote during a recent appearance on the “Happy Sad Confused” podcast. The Oscar-nominated actor revealed that during his audition for the role of James Bond in 2006’s “Casino Royale,” he inadvertently ended up promoting Daniel Craig instead of himself.
Fassbender recalled meeting with Barbara Broccoli, one of the producers of the James Bond franchise, before Daniel Craig was cast as 007. Despite being in the audition phase, Fassbender admitted that he never felt like he was in the running for the iconic role. He humorously mentioned that rather than talking up his own potential as Bond, he found himself praising Daniel Craig to the producers.
Reflecting on his audition experience, Fassbender humorously admitted to being terrible at auditions, citing a particularly dreadful audition for “Mad Max: Fury Road” where he showed up late. Despite missing out on the opportunity to play James Bond, Fassbender had nothing but praise for Daniel Craig, who went on to become one of the most successful Bonds in history.
The search for the next actor to play James Bond has been a hot topic in recent years, particularly following Daniel Craig’s departure from the role after “No Time to Die.” As discussions continue on who will step into Bond’s shoes next, a major shake-up occurred when Amazon MGM Studios acquired creative control over the James Bond franchise. Producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson will retain ownership of the 60-year-old property, ensuring the legacy of the iconic spy continues.
Daniel Craig expressed his respect and admiration for Barbara and Michael in light of the changing landscape of the franchise, wishing them well in their future endeavors. As fans eagerly await the announcement of the next James Bond, the enduring popularity and cultural impact of the series remain as strong as ever.