10 Actors Who Should Play James Bond (And 12 Who Were Almost Cast)

Ralph Fiennes

Ralph Fiennes was also considered to play Bond in “Goldeneye,” but he ultimately decided that he didn’t want to commit to such a big role. Given how often Daniel Craig has spoken publicly about how much he hates playing James Bond, it makes sense that so many stars are hesitant about portraying the character. Fiennes would eventually enter Bond canon playing a different character in 2012’s “Skyfall.”