Idris Elba Is Not the Next 007 Elba has put the rumors to rest. After releasing a selfie with the caption “my name’s Elba, Idris Elba,” the actor has revealed he is not the new 007. When asked by a Good Morning Britain reporter, he kept his answer short, sweet and simple. Idris Elba, to ‘Good Morning Britain’ Many fans were hopeful he would be the famous franchise’s first black Bond. However, Daniel Craig is set to return for the new
Bond movie. Recently, Craig and the producers announced that Danny Boyle will not be directing due to “creative differences."