There’s a growing call for the next instalment of James Bond to feature a female in the lead role and Emilia Clarke wants to be in the running.
In an interview with the UK’s Daily Star, the Game of Thrones actress revealed that it would be a “dream” to play the iconic role.
“I have a lot of unrealised dreams. I would love to play Jane Bond,” said the 29-year-old.
“My ultimate leading man would be Leonardo DiCaprio. No doubt about it,” she added.
The British actress’ declaration follows on from Gillian Anderson’s suggestion last week that she should replace Daniel Craig in the role after he turned down a reported $137 million deal to star in two more films.
“It’s Bond. Jane Bond. Thanks for all the votes! (And sorry, don’t know who made poster but I love it!) #NextBond,” the X Files star wrote on Twitter with a fake poster of her in role.
Idris Elba, Tom Hiddleston and Tom Hardy are among the front-runners to take over where Craig left off unless Gillian or Emilia get their way…
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