Idris Elba opens up about his prospects of playing James Bond

Idris Elba breaks silence on James Bond rumours

Idris Elba, 53, has ruled himself out of the James Bond role, confirming he is "never in the race" as Amazon MGM Studios pursues a younger, unknown actor for the next 007 film, expected no earlier than 2028. For media and entertainment executives, the franchise reset under Amazon MGM's full creative control signals a deliberate IP repositioning strategy — prioritizing long-term audience renewal over star-driven casting.