Oliver Mitchell

Ben Whishaw Signals Uncertainty About Future as Q in New James Bond Era

Ben Whishaw, known for his role in Paddington, expresses doubts about continuing as Q following the the exit of Daniel Craig from the role of James Bond series. The turnover of actors is a familiar pattern in the franchise, with frequent changes not only in the lead character but also among his key companions such as M, Q, and Ms. Moneypenny. With Craig's exit signaling a significant shift in the cast, Whishaw recently shared his thoughts on a BBC program hosted by Laura Keunssberg, shedding light on the potential changes ahead.

Whishaw mentioned that he believes he will not return for the upcoming film. He speculates that the franchise is likely to restart with a whole new ensemble of actors. While he is uncertain and lacks definitive information, his intuition suggests a fresh direction for the series.

This raises the question of who might step into the role of Q. Should the character be portrayed by someone younger, similar to Whishaw’s interpretation, or is it time to bring in an older actor, as has been seen in previous iterations?