Since the classic James Bond actor Daniel Craig stepped down from the role, many rumors are making the rounds on the internet. The fans have been speculating who will play the role ever since. The exit of the famous Geralt of Rivia actor Henry Cavill from The Witcher and the Superman has left fans wishing for this actor’s return. But according to a report by Giant Freakin Robots, The Witcher actor might return as a villain opposite 007. Not only Cavill, but Outlaw King star Aaron Taylor-Johnson was also a likely fan-favorite for the role.  

Though we won’t see Cavill return as the next James Bond star, a report says that the Bridgerton star is giving tough competition to both the famous Enola Holmes and Outlaw King actors to be the top choice.

‘Bridgerton’ actor leaves behind Henry Cavill and Aaron Taylor-Johnson

In a recent report by Carol cited by Express.co UK, Bridgerton actor Regé-Jean Page, is back with the odds to beat the top two choices for the new James Bond role. While Johnson was leading the run with Cavill just behind him, the Bridgerton heartthrob made his beeline as the top choice in the run with his odds slashed to 4-1 from 6-1. John Hill of Carol talked about Page gathering support to be cast in the role. 

While the actor garnered worldwide fame for his role Bridgerton, he left the fans wanting more as he did not return to the second season of the historical romance drama. The English actor has opened up about the changes that the Netflix drama brought into his life.

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And, it is not just the prospects of the actor starring in an action-thriller after his hand at romance that has fans excited. The actor also garnered praise for his fantasy heist movie. 

Regé-Jean Page in Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves

Earlier this year in March, the beloved fantasy game Dungeons & Dragons got its live adaptation film Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. The Bridgerton actor appeared in this fantasy heist action comedy film as a part of a band of adventurous thieves. Although it had an underwhelming record at the box office, it received quite some good reviews. 

Several fans even took to Twitter to appreciate the comedy in this fantasy heist film. 

We hope to see more of this Bridgerton actor in the future. But despite happy reviews from the D&D board game enthusiasts, the film’s makers haven’t reported about bringing a sequel.

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