Bond star Craig's reputation reaches mythical proportions
He has already successfully reinvented one of the big screen’s most famous characters in James Bond but could Daniel Craig now be set to become a superhero?
Industry insiders say that the 007 star is being linked to a new film adaptation based around the Marvel comics hero, Thor, that is due to be directed by Kenneth Branagh.
Sources say the Craig, 40, is considered the “ideal choice’ for the muscle bound hero, based on the God from Norse Mythology.
The movie is due to released in 2010 and it is hoped discussions with the star could commence soon.
“Daniel is obviously hot property in Hollywood and it’s felt he has all the attributes required for Thor,” says our film mole.
“A big name is needed to front the new Thor movie franchise and they don’t come much bigger than Daniel.”
Should Craig sign up he will follow in the footsteps of many Hollywood star who have played superheros.
Christian Bale won plaudits as Batman, while Robert Downey Jr played Iron Man and Sir Ian McKellen found a new fan base as Magneto in the X-men movies.
“Daniel’s in a position to pick and choose his roles and Thor is going to be one of the big film events of next year,” we are assured.
