James Bond will not wear a tuxedo in Casino Royale according to Daniel Craig

22-Jan-2006 • Casino Royale

According to a quote from new 007 Daniel Craig to The Observer newspaper, James Bond will not be wearing his iconic tuxedo in the forthcoming film Casino Royale - due out 17th November 2006.

The article says, "James Bond will not be wearing black tie in Casino Royale. [The Observer] can reveal that the new-look spy, as played by Daniel Craig, will dispense with the classic image of Ian Fleming's creation as the holders of the film franchise try to extend their product's popularity. Meeting with Craig last week to discuss his role as an Israeli assassin in Steven Spielberg's Munich, I asked the star - who was leaving for the Bond set in Prague the next day - if he'd been fitted for his tux yet. 'Actually, he doesn't wear one in this version,' he replied. 'I'm not sure if I should tell you that, so there's a scoop for you.' Bond producers Eon are keen to bring the spy into the 21st century and opted to ditch Pierce Brosnan in favour of Craig, suggesting they were after a leaner, meaner secret agent who's less reliant on gadgets. Precious little is known about the film as yet, however, so how Bond gets into the titular casino without his trademark black tie is anybody's guess - although I'm sure he'll find a way."

MI6 Note: Daniel Craig will make at least one appearence in the famous tuxedo though - during the opening gun barrel sequence.

Thanks to `Kyvan` for the alert.