Ben Starr Reveals Why He Is Happy He Missed Out on James Bond Role
Ben Starr, known for his roles in Final Fantasy XVI, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and Hades 2, revealed he auditioned for the role of James Bond in 007: First Light but did not secure the part, which went to Patrick Gibson. Starr told VGC he was “so f**king happy” he didn’t get the role, admitting he was “terrible” during the process.
Why did Ben Starr miss the role of James Bond?
Starr said he “kind of crumbled under the pressure” and failed to deliver the performance the production team wanted. He described his effort as “terrible” and expressed relief that he didn’t get “anywhere near it.”
The audition process began with a self-tape of a scene from GoldenEye. This initial submission earned Starr a callback to meet with the production team. At that time, Starr was a few years into working on Final Fantasy, though the project hadn’t been released yet.
Starr praised Patrick Gibson’s eventual casting, describing Gibson as “unbelievable” and “so f**king good.”
What happens next for Ben Starr and 007: First Light?
Patrick Gibson is likely to return as the lead if 007: First Light receives a sequel, as the film is expected to expand. The production’s future direction remains tied to Gibson’s portrayal of the character.
Starr is moving forward with other projects. He is currently involved in the strategy game Stronghold 4.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was cast as James Bond in 007: First Light?
Patrick Gibson was cast in the role.
How did Ben Starr describe his audition performance?
Starr told VGC he was “terrible” and that he “kind of crumbled under the pressure.”
What is Ben Starr’s upcoming project?
Starr is working on the strategy game Stronghold 4.
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