With director Sam Mendes telling fans to brace themselves for a big casting surprise, we take a look at the and ask you who you think should be the next 007.
The British actor is rumored to already be in talks with the Bond team making him one of the most likely candidates, but is he too safe a choice?
Combat shouldn't be a problem for the Russian President who is proficient in Judo, but can he master a British accent?
Does he have the Bond attitude? He certainly thinks he has the charm, we just hope he's still fit enough to perform in action scenes.
He's handsome, suave and sophisticated, making him perfect for the role. His success as an artist might make him too big for a franchise though, RT reported.
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