Idris Elba 'part of the conversation' to take over the role of James Bond says executive producer - Daily Mail

And it appears Idris Elba is still in the running for 007 as executive producer Barbara Broccoli, 61, said on Friday that the actor, 49, is 'part of the conversation' to play the role.

New role? Idris Elba is still in the running for 007 as executive producer Barbara Broccoli, 61, said on Friday that the actor, 49, is 'part of the conversation' to play the role.

Speaking to Deadline, Barbara said: 'Well, we know Idris, we're friends with him, and he's a magnificent actor. 

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A source said: 'Idris has had informal talks with the studio and he has been told there is a role in the next Bond film for him, if he wants it. 

Producer: Barbara said: 'Well, we know Idris, we're friends with him, and he's a magnificent actor'

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