Henry Cavill's Leaked James Bond Audition Tape Sparks Renewed Casting Debate

The resurfaced 2005 screen test highlights Cavill's early career struggles and reignites speculation about his potential future as 007.

A 2005 audition tape of Henry Cavill for the role of James Bond in 'Casino Royale' has been leaked online, showcasing the actor at age 22.
The footage, uploaded to YouTube, features Cavill reading lines from the 1995 Bond film 'GoldenEye' and has drawn mixed reactions from fans and critics.
Director Martin Campbell praised Cavill's audition, calling his acting 'tremendous,' but noted he appeared too young for the role at the time.
The role ultimately went to Daniel Craig, whose portrayal of Bond across five films received widespread acclaim and redefined the character.
While Cavill has been linked to rumors of potentially succeeding Craig as Bond, recent reports suggest producers are favoring younger candidates in their 30s.