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IMDb
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Henry Cavill Finally Lands James Bond 2 Decades After Losing to Daniel Craig and It’s Much Better Than What the Fans Could’ve Imagined - IMDb
3 weeks ago - Henry Cavill Finally Lands James Bond 2 Decades After Losing to Daniel Craig and It’s Much Better Than What the Fans Could’ve Imagined
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Reddit
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r/JamesBond on Reddit: My theory for why Henry Cavill will probably not be chosen
January 31, 2025 -

He's too famous. No Bond actor ever was an a-lister before the fact. The producers don't want an actor whose fame transcends the role he's playing. Pierce Brosnan famously was rejected for The Living Daylights because his contract on Remington Steele was extended and Cubby Broccoli didn't want James Bond associated with a contemporary TV character. If playing the lead role on a moderately successful detective show is too much, then playing Superman on the big screen is definitely a dealbreaker. It's the same reason why I assume Harrison Ford wasn't even offered an audition for Goldeneye.

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3DVF
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Henry Cavill Had to Turn Down a Major Fantasy Role Because of James Bond, a Choice He Paid for Twice - 3DVF
October 30, 2025 - According to industry accounts, Zack Snyder, acclaimed director of 300, had his eyes on Cavill to lead the movie, a role that required charisma and physicality in equal measure. Cavill, however, turned it down, prioritizing his shot at taking over the James Bond mantle in Casino Royale.
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Forbes
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Henry Cavill Commented On Being James Bond Already. Here’s What He Said
February 22, 2025 - Cavill already previously auditioned for Bond opposite Daniel Craig way back when, but one issue then was that he was too young. But he impressed producers all the same. Casino Royale director Martin Campbell: “He looked great. His acting was tremendous. And look, if Daniel didn’t exist, Henry would have made an excellent Bond.
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Cinemablend
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I Watched Henry Cavill's Leaked James Bond Audition, And Now I've Completely Changed My Tune About Where 007 Should Go | Cinemablend
February 6, 2025 - Henry Cavill's alleged Casino Royale audition tapes have leaked to the internet, and it could be a sign that he's still a viable candidate for Bond 26.
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FandomWire
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Reviving One Henry Cavill Franchise That's the Perfect James Bond Replacement Should be Netflix's Priority One After WB Acquisition
3 days ago - While Cavill has long been in the conversation as a potential successor to Daniel Craig’s 007, his performance in the film showcases the vibrant, charismatic spy persona that modern audiences crave. Based on the 1964 MGM television show of the same name, investing in a sequel and marketing it as a James Bond replacement would be a smart move.
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Collider
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Henry Cavill's, 42, James Bond Dream May Be Over After Latest Casting Reports
July 1, 2025 - It’s looking more and more likely that James Bond will once again be sipping martinis without Henry Cavill. Following Amazon’s official announcement that Dune and Sicario director Denis Villeneuve will helm the next Bond film, rumors are swirling—and they’re not great news for Cavill fans.
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YouTube
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007: Bond 26 – Trailer (2026) | Henry Cavill is James Bond - YouTube
[ This is a Fan Trailer ]007: Bond 26 – Trailer (2026) | Henry Cavill is James BondInstagram link–https://www.instagram.com/mr_skater_03▶Other Videos link1- ...
Published   November 24, 2025
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Henry Cavill Gets Surprising James Bond Boost as Insiders Tip Shock Casting
August 31, 2025 - Henry Cavill gets a surprising James Bond boost as casting rumors swirl around the former Superman star, alongside Aaron Taylor-Johnson & Theo James.
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IMDb
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Henry Cavill's, 42, James Bond Dream May Be Over After Latest Casting Reports - IMDb
October 2, 2025 - It’s looking more and more likely that James Bondwill once again be sipping martinis without Henry Cavill. Following Amazon’s official announcement that Dune and Sicario director Denis Villeneuve will helm the next Bond film, rumors are swirling—and they’re not great news for Cavill fans.
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ComicBook.com
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Henry Cavill's James Bond Casting Dream Is Over (& 007 Fans Are Devastated) - ComicBook.com
June 29, 2025 - For years, Henry Cavill has been linked to a role at the head of Her Majesty's Secret Service, but the James Bond dream is done.