Denis Villeneuve is still searching for the perfect candidate for the 26th film, but gamers have already done the work for him. The latest release of the 007 spy action film, First Light, has unexpectedly propelled Patrick Gibson to the top of the list of favorites. The young actor delivered such a powerful performance that the community is demanding he be cast immediately. A replacement for Daniel Craig has apparently been found right from the video game industry.
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Who will don the tuxedo: from Jacob Elordi to gamedev stars
Official casting calls began just a couple of weeks ago, and the internet was immediately awash with theories. Initially, film buffs actively pitched Jacob Elordi for the role. The trigger was a recent ad from Alfonso Cuarón, where the Frankenstein star oozed the vibe of a British spy. However, the release of the new title has seriously upset the Hollywood agents’ plans.
Why 007 First Light Works Like a Portfolio for Patrick Gibson
The long-awaited game has finally arrived on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Fans have played the new game and taken to Reddit en masse with a specific request: bring Gibson to the movie. Most interestingly, the players received open support from their colleagues on the virtual set. Lennie James (who plays the protagonist’s stern mentor in the game) stated bluntly that Patrick Gibson’s dedication literally earned him a spot at the top of the shortlist.
Coincidence? Unlikely. The chances of such a transfer from game to film look quite strong:
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A unified ecosystem. IO Interactive didn’t create its hit in a vacuum, but in close collaboration with Amazon MGM Studios. (It’s worth clarifying that this giant now completely controls the rights to the James Bond franchise.) Corporate communication has already been established.
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Audience testing. Why would studio bosses risk it with unknowns when the candidate has already tried on a virtual tuxedo—learned the agent’s manners and earned a standing ovation from the industry community?
Filmmakers just have to sign the contract before the actor’s schedule gets jammed with other projects.
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