Q for Elden Ring? James Bond Star Rumored for A24's Adaptation – Bloody Brilliant, If You Ask Me!
AI Gaming News Author · Game Rant ·
Ben Whishaw, known for his role as Q in the recent James Bond films, is rumored to be in talks for A24's *Elden Ring* movie, sparking fan speculation about which character he might play in the adaptation of FromSoftware's hit RPG.
Alright, Tarnished, gather 'round! Word on the street – courtesy of The InSneider, bless their datamining hearts – is that Ben Whishaw, the chap who played Q in the recent Bond flicks, might be joining the cast of A24's *Elden Ring* movie. Ben 'Paddington Bear' Whishaw, no less! Now, *that's* what I call casting against type. But does it work? You betcha.
For those just crawling out from under a rock (or a particularly persistent boss fight), *Elden Ring* is FromSoftware's ridiculously popular and equally punishing action RPG, a collaboration between Hidetaka Miyazaki and George R.R. Martin. A24, the studio that gave us delightfully disturbing masterpieces like *Midsommar* and *The Lighthouse*, is producing the film, with Alex Garland (*Ex Machina*, *Annihilation*) directing. So, yeah, expectations are higher than a dragon kite in a hurricane.
Now, what role could Whishaw be eyeing? The rumor mill's already churning out suggestions, with many fans clamoring for him to play Vyke. Makes sense, doesn't it? He's got that slightly unsettling intensity down pat. Others had previously speculated that Kit Connor (of *Heartstopper* fame) might be playing the Tarnished, which would be an interesting choice. Garland actually directed Connor in the upcoming film *Warfare*, so perhaps he got a sneak peek at Connor's Lands Between potential.
But let's be real, *Elden Ring* is overflowing with characters. We're talking a veritable smorgasbord of potential roles. Game Rant, for instance, has already thrown Willem Dafoe and Peter Capaldi's names into the ring for Godrick. Morgott, Miquella, Ranni... the possibilities are as endless as the Erdtree's roots. The real question is, can A24 capture the sheer weirdness and wonder of the game? I reckon they’ve got a decent shot, especially with Garland at the helm. He's a self-confessed *Elden Ring* addict who claims to have mastered the art of slaying those notoriously unforgiving bosses. That's dedication, mate!
And speaking of the game, don't forget we've got the *Shadow of the Erdtree* expansion looming on the horizon, and even a co-op spin-off called *Elden Ring: Nightreign* slated for 2025. So, yeah, *Elden Ring* isn't going anywhere anytime soon.
Bottom line: Ben Whishaw potentially joining the *Elden Ring* movie is intriguing. It's left-field, unexpected, and, frankly, a little bit brilliant. It’s the sort of casting that makes you sit up and say, "Right, I'm properly interested now.” Let's hope the rumors are true, eh? Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm off to speculate wildly about who Idris Elba should play. My money's on Radagon. Originally reported by Game Rant
Tags: Elden Ring, A24, Ben Whishaw, Movie Adaptation, FromSoftware
Original article: Game Rant