Report- Daniel Craig Turns Down New James Bond Deal

Daniel Craig (Casino Royale, Quantum of Solace, Skyfall, Spectre) has reportedly turned down a deal to star in two more James Bond movies.

Craig is the highest paid actor to have played James Bond. He earned approximately £38 million for his four Bond films. MGM apparently offered to nearly double that if he signed on for the two more films, which would’ve earned him £68 million across those two films. However, it’s said that he isn’t interested in returning even with the offer of nearly double the money.

A source stated:

“Daniel is done – pure and simple – he told top brass at MGM after Spectre. They threw huge amounts of money at him, but it just wasn’t what he wanted. He had told people after shooting that this would be his final outing, but the film company still felt he could come around after Spectre if he was offered a money deal. With knee problems and general exhaustion, he felt it was a journey with an ending.”

Craig picked up a knee injury during filming of Spectre and it’s likely that this influenced his decision to quit after Spectre.

MGM executives are said to be willing to let Craig leave after growing tired of his negative attitude towards the Bond franchise. Production on the next James Bond film will likely start with a new actor in the lead role.

Thoughts on this report? Are you disappointed that Daniel Craig may be leaving the James Bond franchise?

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By Ruari Williamson

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