McAvoy for Bond

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by: Niki Stephens Dec. 29, 2009

Don't freak yet. He's not replacing Daniel Craig or anything.

Actually James McAvoy is attached to play Bond's creator, Ian Fleming. Palmstar Entertainment and Animus Films are developing a biopic about the man behind 007. The story would focus on the years that gave him inspiration for Bond. The project is being based on the book, Ian Fleming: The Man Behind James Bond, by Andrew Lycett, according to Pajiba's very reliable source.

Before his creation, Fleming stood in the shadow of his family's name. His Father was a politician, and his siblings were well known (His Brother was a travel writer). Fleming was a likable guy, but was a bit of a disobedient playboy. His brainchild stemmed from experiences in World War II then his life was changed forever.

I think the role would be very fitting. McAvoy is a fine actor. There's been rumblings that one day Mr. Tumnus will take over the role as the actual Bond. I really think that McAvoy showed us all how badass he could be with WANTED, but I don't see him as a Bond. For now, Fleming will be as close as he gets.

Source: Pajiba

Extra Tidbit: For my own curiosity, how many people prefer Roger Moore as Bond over Connery?

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OsLord
11:49AM on 01/04/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Connery was a much better Bond than Moore, who in my opinion was just too goofy, and yes he was suave but was never convincingly tough/badass at the same time, like Connery was.
Connery was a much better Bond than Moore, who in my opinion was just too goofy, and yes he was suave but was never convincingly tough/badass at the same time, like Connery was.
 
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darqjade
9:52AM on 01/04/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Roger Moore has ALWAYS been the better Bond for me , than S. Conn. One reason.. he has more swagger
Roger Moore has ALWAYS been the better Bond for me , than S. Conn. One reason.. he has more swagger
 
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ActionFan81
7:48AM on 01/01/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
@ extra tidbit
omg, how many times will Connery Vs Moore be debated??

Connery set the standard, period. while all who came after leaned more to the other bond qualities whether it be action-wise, charismar, style, etc.

I grew up watching Roger Moore and I think he handled himself very well.

Mcavoy is a good actor and some-what under-rated and I think he can pull it...
omg, how many times will Connery Vs Moore be debated??

Connery set the standard, period. while all who came after leaned more to the other bond qualities whether it be action-wise, charismar, style, etc.

I grew up watching Roger Moore and I think he handled himself very well.

Mcavoy is a good actor and some-what under-rated and I think he can pull it off. As for mcavoy as JB..... well, I'm not ready for that.
 
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schwarzgerät
5:59AM on 12/31/2009 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Moore never played Bond, he was Simon Templar with a licence to kill.
Moore never played Bond, he was Simon Templar with a licence to kill.
 
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supamike86
10:44PM on 12/30/2009 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Connery
Hands Down, Connery looked more like a bond, back in the day he was the standard
Hands Down, Connery looked more like a bond, back in the day he was the standard
 
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daytripper
1:31PM on 12/30/2009 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Connery
Connery of course, I mean it's Sean Connery. And this news excites me, I'm a huge fan of McAvoy.. this should be good.
Connery of course, I mean it's Sean Connery. And this news excites me, I'm a huge fan of McAvoy.. this should be good.
 
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JacksColdSweat
11:50AM on 12/30/2009 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Nobody
and I mean nobody should like Moore over Connery. Ugh
and I mean nobody should like Moore over Connery. Ugh
 
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brewsky99
2:56AM on 12/30/2009 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Connery over Moore anyday.I remember seeing a film about Fleming that had Jason Connery play the title role.
Connery over Moore anyday.I remember seeing a film about Fleming that had Jason Connery play the title role.
 
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Dark Knight
2:53AM on 12/30/2009 Add as a friend | MFC profile
I prefer Moore over Connery.
Plain and simple.
Plain and simple.
 
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AmunRaTRON
12:13AM on 12/30/2009 Add as a friend | MFC profile
the articles title nearly gave me a fucking heart attack
That aside more power to mcavoy he's a terrific actor.
That aside more power to mcavoy he's a terrific actor.
 
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Ocelot_Snake
11:59PM on 12/29/2009 Add as a friend | MFC profile
of course connery and
Id prefer McAvoy to be the next Spider-man
Id prefer McAvoy to be the next Spider-man
 
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GroundlessNFree
9:50PM on 12/29/2009 Add as a friend | MFC profile
McAvoy should play James Bond, Jr. Every other cartoon has been made into a live action movie.
McAvoy should play James Bond, Jr. Every other cartoon has been made into a live action movie.
 
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Doctor Zubian
9:34PM on 12/29/2009 Add as a friend | MFC profile
I saw Spymaker with Jason Connery
and it was a bit shit. McAvoy is too short to ever play Bond as well.
and it was a bit shit. McAvoy is too short to ever play Bond as well.
 
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Ortofon
9:25PM on 12/29/2009 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Re Your Extra Tidbit
Roger Moore just spent his time as Bond mugging for the camera. At least the Sean Connery Bond movies had some grit to them.
Face it, in a real brawl between Connery and Moore (at any point in their careers), the original Bond would wipe the floor with Roger.
Roger Moore just spent his time as Bond mugging for the camera. At least the Sean Connery Bond movies had some grit to them.
Face it, in a real brawl between Connery and Moore (at any point in their careers), the original Bond would wipe the floor with Roger.
 
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porkchopexpress
9:23PM on 12/29/2009 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Has anyone seen Spymaker: The Secret Life of Ian Fleming? It was made in 1990 and starring none other than Jason Connery as Ian Fleming. Apparently it was pretty decent and this seems like another attempt at the same thing.
Has anyone seen Spymaker: The Secret Life of Ian Fleming? It was made in 1990 and starring none other than Jason Connery as Ian Fleming. Apparently it was pretty decent and this seems like another attempt at the same thing.
 
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judgement tay
7:36PM on 12/29/2009 Add as a friend | MFC profile
McAvoy for Bilbo Baggins!
McAvoy for Bilbo Baggins!