Next Bond Girl can be an Irish-Bond Franchise Shake-Up 2024
The iconic 007 franchise is set for a shake-up, with the hunt for both a new Bond and his leading lady well underway. While the spotlight shines brightly on potential successors for the suave spy, one name has quietly emerged as a frontrunner for the Next Bond Girl: Saoirse Ronan.
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Saoirse Ronan – The Next Bond Girl Contender
Could the Irish star, known for her dramatic prowess in films like “Little Women” and “Lady Bird,” be trading in period pieces for high-octane action sequences and martini-fueled missions? Bookmakers certainly seem to think so, with Ronan currently boasting odds of 5/1 to land the coveted role.
It’s worth noting that Ronan isn’t the only name in the hat. Michelle Keegan, best known for her role in the British soap opera “Coronation Street,” currently holds the top spot with odds of 2/1. Her experience playing a barmaid might make her adept at whipping up Bond’s signature shaken-not-stirred martini, but will she have the charisma to captivate audiences alongside the new 007?
Jodie Comer, the enigmatic assassin Villanelle from “Killing Eve,” is also a strong contender with odds of 6/4. Her ability to embody both charm and ruthlessness makes her a versatile candidate, potentially fitting the bill for either a captivating Bond girl or a formidable villain.
While Ronan has carved her niche in critically acclaimed dramas, there’s a growing desire for a taste of the mainstream. In 2020, she openly expressed her interest in joining the Bond universe, particularly as a villain. “I’d love to do something really ******* big,” she declared to MTV News, hinting at a potential shift in her career trajectory.
Nicola McGeady of Ladbrokes, a leading betting platform, highlights the growing buzz surrounding Ronan’s potential involvement. “Rumours are swirling,” according to her, “and patriotic punters are already showing their support for Saoirse Ronan.” This enthusiasm reflects the excitement surrounding the possibility of an Irish actress gracing the silver screen as the next Bond girl.
While speculation surrounding a female Bond has gained traction, whispers of a female mastermind villain remain relatively unheard of. Could Ronan, with her talent for portraying complex characters, be the one to rewrite the script? Her stated desire to play a Bond villain suggests an intriguing possibility, one that could see her break new ground within the franchise.
With filming expected to begin in 2024, the official announcement of the next Bond and its leading lady is eagerly awaited. Whether Ronan dons the iconic Bond girl mantle or embraces the darkness of a villain, one thing is certain: her presence in the franchise would be a landmark moment, not just for Irish cinema but for the evolution of the Bond universe itself.
Will the Emerald Isle finally claim its Bond girl? Or will Ronan subvert expectations and redefine the role of the villain? Ireland’s hopeful for the Next Bond Girl to grace the silver screen.
Whether it’s as a captivating ally, a cunning villain, or something entirely unexpected, Ronan’s potential involvement injects a thrilling dose of anticipation into the upcoming Bond film. Only time will tell if she’ll be shaken, not stirred, into the world of 007, but one thing’s for sure: Ireland is ready to cheer her on, no matter the outcome.
