Newly surfaced 2005 James Bond audition tapes showcase Henry Cavill's compelling portrayal of 007, predating Daniel Craig's casting.
Games Radar highlights the Ron South YouTube channel, run by a filmmaker, as the source of these recordings. The tapes feature Cavill alongside Sam Worthington, Rupert Friend, and Anthony Starr.
Cavill's audition has garnered significant attention, with many, including Casino Royale director Martin Campbell, praising his performance as "tremendous." Campbell reportedly favored Cavill, but the final decision favored Craig.
Cavill later fulfilled his spy ambitions in Argylle, starring alongside a renowned cast including Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Rockwell, Bryan Cranston, and Catherine O’Hara. Despite the impressive ensemble, the film received mixed reviews, scoring a mere 4/10 on IGN.
Cavill maintains a diverse and successful acting career, notably portraying Superman for DC, Geralt of Rivia in Netflix's The Witcher, and numerous other prominent roles.