Great news! So I think we can now put to rest the filming back-to-back movies rumor then. Seems we're getting him back for ONE final film. Lets hope this final film makes up for Spectre and he does indeed end on a high note.
I think I'll wait for more information
The official Bond website says he's returning for Bond 25 and Craig's comments on Colbert seem to indicate one final film.
Earlier in the day, he was still withholding information...I believe he still is -{
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The official Bond website says he's returning for Bond 25 and Craig's comments on Colbert seem to indicate one final film.
Earlier in the day, he was still withholding information...I believe he still is -{
I suppose we'll see!
I think he'll give Eon their moment with the announcement...as as been said elsewhere, it might be a long movie split in two, like 'The Deathly Hallows.' Either way, I don't think the genie bottle stays shut much longer.
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I too think Craig knows more. At the minimum he knows who's directing and the plot of the script.
With a new Bond actor in 2020 (I think) I agree with Dutchfinger that 2022 isn't unrealistic, and if not it would be 2023.
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I think although much of us anticipated a Craig return there always is an air of uncertainty until solid confirmation ie 007.com.
Like most, im thrilled at his return and REALLY cannot wait for this one. Not only for the fact its a Bond film but because i think, like most of us do, it'll be his last. Unless ambitious rumours of a back to back Bond were to happen.
The script of course will be CRUCIAL but im really hoping it'll be a fitting finale for a proper Bond actor and one that hasn't just rebooted the popularity of the character commercially, but has been personally in my top 2 if not 3 actors to play the role.
He's been amazing in the role, although the comments after Spectre werent needed and i think a bit of a mistake in relation to the slitting his wrists comment. If we look over his tenure, its an undoubted success and if this is his last, then i will certainly be going to the Craig part of my Bond boxset when i want my rush of Bond.
He's to Craig's return chaps and like many i cant wait to follow the progress on the shoot, pictures to come of filming and the excitement of trailers, posters, theme's and opening night.
I have goosebumps at the coming months of excitement on build up.
Because of this it's unlikely that we have to wait long after Bond25 to learn who the next Bond actor is, like we endured before CR. Those who say Hiddleston is a done deal may very well be right. If not EON won't waste time screentesting and hiring the next actor. Either way I hope and believe we get to learn the name of the next Bond in 2020, after Bond25 has stopped screening in cinemas.
It may be wishful thinking on my part, but what if the back to back rumour is true... just that the second back to back film has a new Bond?
There are two possibilities for back to back shooting:
Like BTTF, the first sequel is shot, then a short break (3 weeks between filming of BTTF 2 and 3) before filming the second sequel.
Or, like Superman and Superman 2, shooting simultaneously, using the same sets and actors.
It's more likely - if it even is two back to back - to be the second option. I still don't see why the announcements and release date had to be announced 2 years before the film comes out - if they're only shooting one film, and the script is ready to go, why not release in 2018?
- To be fair, we don't know if the script is ready. I'm just presuming, because we know who the writers are and the fact it's going to be Craig's last, that there's at least some parts of a script/draft that can be completed ready for usual start date of production in December the year before release.
I think most advantages of filming back-to-back go away if you switch lead actor med race.
And wouldn't the audience wonder if they saw one actor as Bond in 2019 and see another allready the next year?
I think most advantages of filming back-to-back go away if you switch lead actor med race.
And wouldn't the audience wonder if they saw one actor as Bond in 2019 and see another allready the next year?
I think most advantages of filming back-to-back go away if you switch lead actor med race.
And wouldn't the audience wonder if they saw one actor as Bond in 2019 and see another allready the next year?
I wouldn't think it even remotely possible that is what would happen. Back to back would only be done to get two films out of Craig.
Assuming that there is a new Bond actor for 26 there will be too many variables to be decided for a quick turnaround. I would guess
2022 for Bond 26. Hiddleston will be 41 by then which would probably take him out of the running. Even if Nolan takes the helm for a trio of films starting with 26, Tom Hardy will be 45 by then. So it looks like the next Bond after Craig isn't even on our radar screens now. Best to just focus on Bond 26 and hope EON gets back on its "A" game.
While I would prefer an actor in his mid-thirties, 41 doesn't have to be too old. Both Dalton and Brosnan were that age when they got the role, and Roger Moore was even older. It depends on how many movies Hiddleston makes and how fast he ages.
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Earlier in the day, he was still withholding information...I believe he still is -{
"I am not an entrant in the Shakespeare Stakes." - Ian Fleming
"Screw 'em." - Daniel Craig, The Best James Bond EverTM
I think he'll give Eon their moment with the announcement...as as been said elsewhere, it might be a long movie split in two, like 'The Deathly Hallows.' Either way, I don't think the genie bottle stays shut much longer.
"I am not an entrant in the Shakespeare Stakes." - Ian Fleming
"Screw 'em." - Daniel Craig, The Best James Bond EverTM
With a new Bond actor in 2020 (I think) I agree with Dutchfinger that 2022 isn't unrealistic, and if not it would be 2023.
Like most, im thrilled at his return and REALLY cannot wait for this one. Not only for the fact its a Bond film but because i think, like most of us do, it'll be his last. Unless ambitious rumours of a back to back Bond were to happen.
The script of course will be CRUCIAL but im really hoping it'll be a fitting finale for a proper Bond actor and one that hasn't just rebooted the popularity of the character commercially, but has been personally in my top 2 if not 3 actors to play the role.
He's been amazing in the role, although the comments after Spectre werent needed and i think a bit of a mistake in relation to the slitting his wrists comment. If we look over his tenure, its an undoubted success and if this is his last, then i will certainly be going to the Craig part of my Bond boxset when i want my rush of Bond.
He's to Craig's return chaps and like many i cant wait to follow the progress on the shoot, pictures to come of filming and the excitement of trailers, posters, theme's and opening night.
I have goosebumps at the coming months of excitement on build up.
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It may be wishful thinking on my part, but what if the back to back rumour is true... just that the second back to back film has a new Bond?
Like BTTF, the first sequel is shot, then a short break (3 weeks between filming of BTTF 2 and 3) before filming the second sequel.
Or, like Superman and Superman 2, shooting simultaneously, using the same sets and actors.
It's more likely - if it even is two back to back - to be the second option. I still don't see why the announcements and release date had to be announced 2 years before the film comes out - if they're only shooting one film, and the script is ready to go, why not release in 2018?
- To be fair, we don't know if the script is ready. I'm just presuming, because we know who the writers are and the fact it's going to be Craig's last, that there's at least some parts of a script/draft that can be completed ready for usual start date of production in December the year before release.
And wouldn't the audience wonder if they saw one actor as Bond in 2019 and see another allready the next year?
I agree.
I wouldn't think it even remotely possible that is what would happen. Back to back would only be done to get two films out of Craig.
Assuming that there is a new Bond actor for 26 there will be too many variables to be decided for a quick turnaround. I would guess
2022 for Bond 26. Hiddleston will be 41 by then which would probably take him out of the running. Even if Nolan takes the helm for a trio of films starting with 26, Tom Hardy will be 45 by then. So it looks like the next Bond after Craig isn't even on our radar screens now. Best to just focus on Bond 26 and hope EON gets back on its "A" game.
I've not seen those sorts of figures bandied about