James Bond 25 Eyes Series' First Female Director

Plus, Bier's taking the helm could seriously tip the scales in Tom Hiddleston's campaign for the 007 role.

By Nicole Carpenter

The Night Manager director Susanne Bier is one of a "handful" of names being considered to helm the next James Bond film.

According to RadioTimes, Bier is among producer Barbara Broccoli's favorites for the gig—a job that would make her the first woman to director a James Bond movie. If chosen, she'll take over for Sam Mendes, whose last Bond film was Spectre.

Last week, rumors emerged that The Night Manager star Tom Hiddleston was in talks to replace Daniel Craig as Bond. And if Bier takes over, it certainly tips the scale in the actor's favor. However, Broccoli reportedly also met with Fantastic Four actor Jamie Bell for the title role.

Craig is rumored to have turned down almost $100 million to play Bond for two more movies.

There's been no shortage of actors willing to take his place. The X-Files actress Gillian Anderson also showed interest in playing James—or Jane—Bond.

Nicole is a freelance writer for IGN who would happily take $100 million to play James Bond. Or less, you know. Follow her on Twitter.

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