'Profound sexism': Helen Mirren says James Bond is too toxic to be played by a woman

Daniel Craig totally unrecognisable four years after quitting James Bond role

Former James Bond star Daniel Craig first appeared as the 007 agent in the 2006 spy flick Casino Royale before leaving after No Time To Die in 2021.

"That's why I say let's tell the true stories of these extraordinary women who have worked in this field," she added.

Helen Mirren doesn't want to see a woman in the secret agent role. Lena Gercke beat a bad virus and Peter Maffay wants to perform at the Abiball of his daughter, who is now six years old.

'Profound sexism': Helen Mirren says James Bond is too toxic to be played by a woman

Rumors of James Bond being played by a woman have swirled around for decades, though it doesn’t appear there’s ever been an actual push to make them a reality. The closest the franchise has gotten is Lashana Lynch’s Nomi in No Time to Die, who was even awarded the “007” number after Bond’s retirement. With Amazon set to shake up the franchise, the discussion about Bond’s possible future has reared its head once more, though his next incarnation …

Helen Mirren explains why James Bond should not be played by a woman

The Oscar-winning actress is more interested in hearing stories of female spies, claiming she ‘never liked’ the famous fictional agent.

Is the next 007 agent an agent? This idea is being discussed over and over again. Helen Mirren doesn't think about it – because she doesn't like the film series. And that's because of a basic mistake.