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Renowned for his roles in blockbuster franchises likeAvatarandClash of the Titans, Sam Worthington became one of the hottest stars in Hollywood after the debut of the firstAvatar. The movie practically plucked the Australian actor from obscurity and catapulted him into the kind of fame that most can only dream of. And this made him the next big thing, even bringing him an opportunity to play the iconic role of the British Secret Service agent James Bond.
In one of his interviews withVariety,Worthington candidly admitted that he was a finalist for James Bond inCasino Royale. However, his chance to portray the suave secret agent slipped away during his screen test.
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Sam Worthington on the missed opportunity as James Bond
After Pierce Brosnan’s portrayal of James Bond,Daniel Craigtook over the role. However, instead of Craig,Sam Worthingtonalmost became the next 007 in the mid-2000s. During the interview, Worthington reflected on the embarrassing James Bond audition that failed to impress the makers.
TheCall of Duty: Black Opsactor shared that he struggled to embody the debonair charm required for the role, despite being flown down to London and personally groomed by producer Barbara Broccoli. Reportedly, his challenges with fitting into the Bond persona were emphasized by the ill-fitting suit provided for the screen test. He said,
“I could play Bond as a killer, but I couldn’t get the debonair down for the life of me. The suit did not fit.”
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Ultimately, the role of James Bond went to Daniel Craig, who has since made a significant impact on the franchise.
When Sam Worthington’s candidness cost him theGreen Lanternrole
In the same interview withVariety, Worthington revealed that he lost the lead role inGreen Lanterndue to his questions about the film’s logic. He explained that his directness may have played a role in losing the opportunity to portray Hal Jordan in theGreen Lanternsuperhero film.
Worthington questioned the logic of the story, particularly the idea of the suit emerging from the character’s skin. He expressed his confusion about the seemingly limitless powers of the Green Lantern ring, suggesting that there should be a challenge or a rival force to make the narrative more compelling.
And owing to this candidness, ultimately, the role went to Ryan Reynolds, and Worthington’s frankness might have been a factor in the decision.
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However, it wouldn’t be fair to blame Worthington. After all, his candid approach to his craft has led to both missed opportunities and remarkable successes throughout his career. While the Avatar actor may have lost the lead role inGreen Lanterndue to his questioning of the story’s logic, he is appreciated as an actor who values thoughtful storytelling.
Source:Variety
Devyani Sharma
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With a portfolio of over 600 articles, Devyani Sharma is a freelance writer working in the Entertainment and Sports niche. With a Master’s Degree in English literature, Devyani places great importance on the power of words and their ability to connect with readers. When not busy watching sci-fi movies, action thrillers and comedies, Devyani indulges in her love for fiction novels and writing about NASCAR races.
