Idris Elba: 'Don't try to make James Bond woke'

The British star also said some audiences would not accept a black male actor playing 007.

Idris Elba ruled himself out of playing James Bond, stating that audiences 'won’t go for a black male lead' and urging producers not to 'go woke'.

Idris Elba commented that James Bond shouldn't become 'woke' and that some audiences would not accept a black male actor playing 007.

Idris Elba stated that James Bond shouldn't become 'woke' and that some audiences might not accept a black actor portraying 007.

Idris Elba expressed that James Bond should remain true to its original form and that some audiences may not accept a black actor in the role.

Idris Elba stated that James Bond shouldn't become 'woke' and that some audiences would not accept a black male actor playing 007.

Idris Elba emphasized that James Bond should not become 'woke' and noted that some audiences would not accept a Black male playing 007.

Idris Elba discussed the importance of keeping James Bond true to its roots and warned against making the franchise 'woke'. He also mentioned that some international audiences might struggle to accept a Black actor as Bond.

Kemi Badenoch agreed with Idris Elba that James Bond should not be made 'woke', stating it would ruin the entire franchise. She emphasized that the decision lies with the writers and rights holders, with the public's verdict to be delivered through ticket sales.