RUMOR: Benedict Cumberbatch To Play Villain In BOND 24?

It seems that we're already starting to see Bond 24 rumors start to reveal themselves as CBM has picked up on an early one. This would see Benedict Cumberbatch (Sherlock, Star Trek Into Darkness, War Horse) pursing or wanted for the villain role in the untitled film. Daniel Craig has officially signed on for two more films which could have lead to early development of the next installment after Skyfall's extensive delays over the last couple of years. I wouldn't be shocked if they're going with previously scrapped or altered stories that were cut out during the lengthly script phase of the project. Of course it's way too early to even consider the producers even trying to wrangle actors but Cumberbatch is in high demand and would need to sign on early in it's casting process. Not to mention this "news" is sourced from a British tabloid.

No word yet on the next film's director but there had been previous interest from both Danny Boyle and Christopher Nolan. However, Nolan hinted his take would involve a new Bond leading to the exit of Craig. My money would be on Boyle only because he makes the most sense as a follow up to Sam Mendes. We could also see a new take on the franchise and see Mendes stay on for the sequel. Having a director make back to back Bond films.

Skyfall Official Title Of Bond 23, Cast Confirmed

Bond 23's official title will be Skyfall. The title had been rumored for a couple of weeks but is now confirmed. The official cast lineup has also been announced which includes Daniel Craig, Judy Dench, Javier Bardem (No Country For Old Men), Naomie Harris (28 Days Later), Bérénice Marlohe, Ralph Fiennes, Albert Finney (Miller's Crossing) and Ben Whishaw (Layer Cake, Perfume). While most of the new cast hasn't been given character names it was revealed that Naomie will play field agent Eve (not Miss Moneypenny) and Bérénice will play a Bond girl named Severin. The film will still have large action pieces and it was confirmed that it will be it's own story not being connected to the previous two installments. Skyfall will hit North American theaters on November 9th 2012.


"In SKYFALL, Bond’s loyalty to M is tested as her past comes back to haunt her. As MI6 comes under attack, 007 must track down and destroy the threat, no matter how personal the cost."

Albert Finney Joins Bond 23

Legendary actor Albert Finney (Miller's Crossing) has joined Sam Mendes' (Road To Perdition) Bond 23 (Skyfall?) according to ThePlaylist . He joins newcomers Ralph Fiennes, Javier Bardem, Ben Whishaw (Layer Cake, Purfume), Naomie Harris (Miami Vice, Pirates 2-3), Helen McCrory (Deathly Hallows 1-2) and Berenice Marlohe. Returners include Daniel Craig and Judi Dench along with Rory Kinnear who played M's assistant in Quantum.

Finney's role is unknown but there has been talk of bringing back the iconic role of Q. Who is the supplier and inventor of Bond's useful gadgets. Since Naomie Harris is playing Miss Moneypenny it might not be out of the question. There has been talk of the action scenes being scaled down in favor for Oscar contentions and to make it more thrilling/grounded.