Millie Bobby Brown playfully threw his hat in the ring for the iconic role of James Bond after the release of ‘Enola Holmes 3’. The 22-year-old actress, who is fresh off the third installment of the detective franchise, jokingly insists she should be considered for the sane British spy character who has captivated audiences for decades.In an interview with Hindustan Times, Brown said in a light tone. “I think I’m the next James Bond, why am I not in that run? Can we have me in that run?” The comment comes as his ‘Enola Holmes 3’ co-star Louis Partridge is rumored to be considered for the prestigious role.
Millie Bobby Brown supports Louis Partridge despite Bond speculation
Despite his playful request to join the Bond conversation, Brown expressed genuine support for the potential casting of his co-star. “I don’t like all the competition and the speculation. The only important thing is that he is my James Bond, and whatever it is, the good thing is that they can find the person for it, whoever it is. But Tewkesbury was Louis, humbled. Nobody else could play him,” he said, referring to Partridge’s character in the ‘Enola Holmes’ films.
Despite his own playful pitch, Brown said Partridge was “my James Bond” and supported his co-star wholeheartedly. Image credit (Instagram)
The actress clarified that even though she jokes about Bond, her real focus remains on the characters she has embodied and the work she is doing in her current projects.
What drew Millie Bobby Brown back to Enola Holmes?
Brown reflects on what keeps her excited about returning to the role of Enola Holmes in each episode. “He’s just a really fun character to play. I had a lot of fun with the script, with the lines, and I loved working with Louis. Enola and Tewkesbury’s relationship is blossoming and growing in this film, and I’m just ready to jump into it full force. It’s very interesting that Netflix wants to continue the franchise,” he explained.The actress emphasized her enthusiasm for the collaborative process and her chemistry with Partridge on set, suggesting that these elements will continue to be fresh and engaging in more films.
Growing comfort in the return of established characters
When asked if bringing back a beloved character gets easier or more challenging with each installment as expectations rise, Brown offered a candid assessment. “It has become easier. Of course there is always the pressure of hoping that the audience enjoys the evolution of this character that I have built, but I don’t necessarily think that it will be more difficult,” he stated.
Brown says she wants to continue bringing talented and inspiring women to the screen. Image credit (Instagram)
Brown’s experience with five episodes of ‘Stranger Things’ and now three ‘Enola Holmes’ films has given him insight into how to navigate the expectations that come with reprising iconic roles while maintaining creative satisfaction.
Millie Bobby Brown’s commitment to: strong female characters
Brown discussed her deliberate focus on portraying strong female characters set in historical times when women were demeaned and demeaned. “That’s what I believe, bringing many women to the screen, women who are capable and heroes in their own story. It’s very meaningful and meaningful, and I’m very excited to continue to bring characters like that to the screen to show that range and slowly, leaving the world of action, entering the world of romance and then more to come,” he said.‘Enola Holmes 3,’ starring Millie Bobby Brown and Louis Partridge, is now streaming on Netflix.