Acting as James Bond? | Adrian Paul's Random Thoughts

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  • @IMTHATMAN999
    @IMTHATMAN999 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    There was an episode on "Highlander" where Adrian Paul as Duncan was asked by the antagonist who he was and he answered, "Bond. James Bond." I immediately thought he'd be perfect for Bond.

    • @MatiMazzagatti
      @MatiMazzagatti 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes, it was very funny

  • @chrisdunnettmusic
    @chrisdunnettmusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When you were up for the running I voted for you :)

  • @SmokeRingsPipeDreams
    @SmokeRingsPipeDreams 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My young son and I are watching Highlander the series on disc right now. It’s been great sharing with him. Thank you.

  • @Utube0939
    @Utube0939 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Happy Thanksgiving Adrian 🍻

  • @micnorton9487
    @micnorton9487 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ADRIAN PAUL FOR JAMES BOND!! 👍👍👍

  • @SmokeRingsPipeDreams
    @SmokeRingsPipeDreams 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I think you would’ve made a great James Bond

  • @donnatwitty5000
    @donnatwitty5000 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are great. IVE WATCHED EVERY TIME F..I remember Queen doing. The. Song..

  • @josephpowelliii9169
    @josephpowelliii9169 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    "The name is Paul....Adrian Paul."
    Yes... he'd be a great Bond!!!!
    He is NOT too old!

  • @entity1021
    @entity1021 ปีที่แล้ว

    You definitely have the right look to be James Bond! You've aged beautifully and I would love to see you get that role now!❤❤❤

  • @miakiser3210
    @miakiser3210 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I LOVE ADRIAN PAUL X INFINITY.I HAVE ALWAYS THOUGHT HE WAS SEAN CONNERY's LOVE Child. U should HAVE BEEN. 007 BY NOW..U R AN AMAZING MAN.& ACTOR.THANK-U 4 ur BODY OF WORK.U HAVE A VERY LUCKY WIFE.WAITING 4 REBOOT! LOVE,UR#1 FAN🙏🌷💋❤

  • @simonc4764
    @simonc4764 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    25yrs ago I was told by a friend who is a James Bond fan with some connection in in the film industry when I mention Adrian Paul as a possible future Bond he said that ship has sailed because Adrian has already been to casting call for the role and the part went to Brosnan.

  • @annagroff1408
    @annagroff1408 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi here, I hope someone can get this to Mr, Adrian Paul. I have a son who got me to start watching Highlander. He is in a wheel chair, because of a drunk driver hitting him at the age of 17 teen. When in rehab he stared watching highlander. My son wanted to go to one of his sword classes really bad. He was told It would be to hard having someone in a wheel chair in the class. Watching you would help him forget everything that was going on around him. I am just a mom trying to put a smile on my sons face and make him happy.

  • @dustancorpman4574
    @dustancorpman4574 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Should have been James Bond. You and Connery have so much in common.

  • @sheilaclemett4353
    @sheilaclemett4353 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think you would have made a fabulous James Bond and posted that on Quora. Got over 500 upvotes in less than a week.
    When I saw you as Ben Cross's brother in the 1991 Dark Shadows I knew you were meant for big things.

  • @merkury06
    @merkury06 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm a Big fan of yours! You made the Highlander character your own and brought real depth and growth to a character that could have been just a cut out; I know you would have done the same with Bond. That being said, keep working, keep striving, keep growing. There can be only one!

  • @daneguitarist1
    @daneguitarist1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Adrian is so cool! such a classy guy, and great actor, been a fan for years for sure

  • @barbarabell8179
    @barbarabell8179 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    YOU ARE THE REAL JAMES BOND 007!
    😊
    YOU ARE IN TIP TOP PHYSICAL CONDITION, YOU HAVE MANY MORE YEARS AHEAD OF YOU.
    !YOU ARE NOT TO OLD!
    !YOU WOULD BE PERFECT!
    1991 YOU WERE RIGHT ON TIME AND A HEAD OF TIME, AS A MATTER OF FACT YOU HAVE THE SAME EXCACT PRESENCE OF WHAT THE PRODUCTION COMPANY SHOULD BE LOOKING FOR ARE NEED.
    AS FOR THE SAME AS WHAT HAPPENED WHEN YOU WERE THE #1ST MAN TOO AUDITION FOR HIGHLANDER THE SERIES. YOU ARE RIGHT.
    " NO NEED TO LOOK FOR ANOTHER MAN ARE AUDTION ANY ONE ELSE".
    YOU STILL GOT WHAT IT TAKES AND YOU CAN ACTUALLY PERFORM THE SCENE LIKE ACTOR TOM CRUISE ORIGINATE HIS STUNT ACTION SCENES.
    YOU REPRESENT A GOOD SAMARITAN CLASSY MAN WITH WISDOM, CHARM AND CAN BE 100% PERFECT FOR THE ROLE AS A REPRESENTATION OF THE MOVIE CHARACTER.
    ~ BOND~
    ! JAMES BOND 007!😊

  • @butchie3025
    @butchie3025 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can’t think of another actor that had the combination of looks, athleticism, acting ability, action chops plus the ability to speak multiple languages very well that you had. Plus like you said you are a Brit. My highlander fan friends and I always say you were the perfect choice for Bond when you were younger.

  • @kellistrock4561
    @kellistrock4561 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Who is playing the new James Bond? The previous ones just did not compare to Connery. Adrian Paul you could have! It seems you would be a Natural for that role. I probably won't see the new Bond film.

  • @hollyedwards8908
    @hollyedwards8908 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You could playing james bond. You are not to old . You would make a very good james bond. I would love to see you play that role.

  • @christopherabaddon2311
    @christopherabaddon2311 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I wouldn’t close the door on it. I think you are right for the role. We will help you campaign.

  • @Sam-lm8gi
    @Sam-lm8gi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Adrian, has anyone ever told you that you look like Sean Connery?... Funny story, but the first time I actually saw you, on Highlander the Series, for some weird reason I just assumed you were Sean Connery's son, because you looked so much like him, and I thought for some strange reason the filmmakers must have got Sean Connery's son to star in the TV show, since Sean Connery was in the movie. Silly in retrospect, but I still think you have a slight Sean Connery resemblance, and you would have made an excellent James Bond in that vein.

    • @jedironin380
      @jedironin380 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I mentioned that on one of his recent videos, too.

    • @renamacleod9104
      @renamacleod9104 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      hehe i always thought im the only person who thinks he has connery vibes and a bit ot look a like :) guess not :)

    • @oshradio
      @oshradio 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I agree also Sean Vibez!!!

  • @johnackourey2974
    @johnackourey2974 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Adrian, I always wished you got a shot at Bond. You would be amazing no matter what age.

  • @ORagnar
    @ORagnar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had no idea about that. I think you would have done well as Bond.
    For the new Bond I'm leaning toward Henry Cavill, who has expressed interest in doing it. I think he has a lot of Sean Connery's attributes.
    Side note, I heard that Clint Eastwood was asked about doing that Bond role back in the 1970s, but turned it down, saying he didn't think he was right for the part.

  • @donnatwitty5000
    @donnatwitty5000 ปีที่แล้ว

    Must prepare for tomorrow..I hope your day is awesom

  • @donnatwitty5000
    @donnatwitty5000 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always respectful. Mother's rules

  • @doctortimetv1577
    @doctortimetv1577 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Adrian you gotta do it. I wanna see you play James Bond . you would still be a great James Bond. Connery and Moore were two of the oldest Bonds. You can do that role no problem.

  • @AldoSchmedack
    @AldoSchmedack ปีที่แล้ว

    I think it is totally you! You have the acting and training to do it! Only thing is you would be very recognisable and it would change life. Forever. That said it would open up other areas. Forever. TBH I would go for it. It is totally you! Would make a fortune for it! ❤

  • @MuscovyMob
    @MuscovyMob 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Would have love to see you as Bond...

  • @Beachgrl1717
    @Beachgrl1717 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Sean Connery has always been my favorite Bond character. I always thought you would make a great "James Bond" and would love for you to be chosen to be the next Bond.

  • @claudiamehlem6331
    @claudiamehlem6331 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Playing James Bond would have been a great adventure for you. But your life would be completely different, now. Always recognized! Running around with bodyguards. Hiding from crazy people! Not always fun. And probably, no SXP. What a tragedy!😭 🥰

  • @sherryjohnson7642
    @sherryjohnson7642 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Adrian would have made a great James Bond. I said many times he reminded me of a young Sean Connery. He had all the boxes checked to be a great James Bond. What a great loss to all of us that Hollywood never gave him a chance.

  • @Romulan2469
    @Romulan2469 ปีที่แล้ว

    Adrian would DEFINITELY have made a great James Bond, no question about it.

  • @evanescapades2513
    @evanescapades2513 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Adrian... definitely would have and STILL can be a perfect Bond!!!! Just like an older Batman in the Dark Knight Returns, you would smash it as Bond!!!!

  • @BettyAAkins
    @BettyAAkins 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    By the way, the beard looks great on you

  • @noneyabidness9644
    @noneyabidness9644 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I know Bond is a high honor. And there have been many legendary actors to fill that role (Including a highlander alumni, Sean Connery.).
    Though, after Craig and the direction he took the series in, it is probably time that we have a return to what made Bond great.
    I think you'd do well, in that area.

  • @clairegracephillipsireland9780
    @clairegracephillipsireland9780 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You don't need a suit and guns to be our badass hero for peace fund (:

  • @paultesta35
    @paultesta35 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got to say Highlander endgame you were excellent .

  • @randallrutherford1384
    @randallrutherford1384 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I still wanna see you back as Duncan McCloud!!!

  • @marcyzerbini5660
    @marcyzerbini5660 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I always thought you should have been the one chosen instead of Daniel Creg. You look very similar to the very best, Shawn Connery. The producers did not make a good choice!!!

  • @donnatwitty5000
    @donnatwitty5000 ปีที่แล้ว

    You will be an awesome James Bond.
    Go for it

  • @mikep.coplin6800
    @mikep.coplin6800 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    James Bond's looks changes with the called for times. Example: A blond, blue eyes guy would never go to Greece to wipe out some low life slave runner (in braking the chains of evil). But someone that looks like you could get the job done. I think you would make a great Jame's Bond, but maybe just a little bit to lovable (you have a good heart, it shows in your acting, but also that could bring in the numbers) Bond has to be cold hearted as ice. But I think you could do James Bond well, you would bring the numbers in that's for sure. My thoughts !

  • @bethford6007
    @bethford6007 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had always hoped some film maker would have had you play in a film with Sean Connery either has his son or as his younger version within the story. It was frustrating that I didn't know how to get that voiced to the right people and now Sean is passed. If they ever do a film about him (reenactment style) you certainly could play him. Hmmmm what about a film about him when he was filming Bond movies and backstories you actors have about portraying iconic characters etc. You'd get to play Sean AND Bond !!!! .... talk to somebody 🙂😍❤

  • @donnatwitty5000
    @donnatwitty5000 ปีที่แล้ว

    I hope you are enjoying your self❤

  • @jenniferladwig624
    @jenniferladwig624 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I think you would have made an excellent James Bond. Love the Highlander TV series. I have missed the series. Good thing I have it on video.

  • @gonchicab21
    @gonchicab21 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    he would be the best as james bond

  • @mikeleder-privatdetektiv3846
    @mikeleder-privatdetektiv3846 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Who needs James Bond at all if Duncan McLeod is immortal? But to be honest you were my favourite choice when I watched the first Highlander season.

  • @donnatwitty5000
    @donnatwitty5000 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You would be an amazing James Bond

  • @loriguzman822
    @loriguzman822 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I would love to see you as James Bond. That would be awesome!!!

  • @donnatwitty5000
    @donnatwitty5000 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You have the best smile

  • @vicky4112
    @vicky4112 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Had it been my decision back in the 90's you would have been the next Bond.

  • @brendannahor1460
    @brendannahor1460 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That would have been interesting?
    Adrian said he met with Barbara in '91.
    Highlander started in '92 n Pierce turned up in '95! If they'd have chosen Mr.Paul; we wouldn't have had the Highlander series n Bond would have had another English man playing the role before Daniel Craig!
    🤔

  • @qwertyytrewq98765
    @qwertyytrewq98765 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Don’t know that I can watch Highlander without Adrian Paul. Just can’t do it. 🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @tommorningstar6373
    @tommorningstar6373 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Adrian Paul would be the best Bond ever!

  • @Xhyllos1
    @Xhyllos1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    With a Highlander reboot, would you be willing to reprise your role as Duncan for a cameo or something? That'd be cool =) Can't imagine anyone else play that role, and your presence there would really tie things up between the original series and the new reboot. Kinda like Chris Lambert showed up in the first episode of the series to, in a way, pass the baton to you, back then.

  • @donnatwitty5000
    @donnatwitty5000 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are the most handsome man I have seen. You are every ❤️

  • @TheBonnie1947
    @TheBonnie1947 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You would make a fantastic Bond even now. Everyone ages even Bond. You have what it takes. I think they should get their heads out of their a-- and hire one of the most talented actors ever to grace the screen. Love ya.

  • @tonyclemons5407
    @tonyclemons5407 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would like to see you in new Highlander as Ramirez in Sean Connerys part. I think the age and your background would be a good fit

  • @tanyaantwine8186
    @tanyaantwine8186 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ha! Just saw this. I was speaking to a friend recently about this same topic wondering why?? Why do people gotta make that weird "duck face". We agree with you Adrian!

  • @dawnbasham8719
    @dawnbasham8719 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I remember when we nominated you in for Bond years ago Adrian .. always wanted that but at same time am kinda curious what way they are going to aim for on whoever they decide to cast . Could go either way the way they left it .. I was a Roger Moore fan and my mom Sean Connery .. so yeah that'd of been pretty interesting if they'd of gone that way the way u explained it just now. Btw .. love the beard .. been awhile since I caught these .. had to say it..

  • @anitaglover1132
    @anitaglover1132 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You need to be James Bond!

  • @michaellocke3327
    @michaellocke3327 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You sir would have been a perfect Bond along with the other greats that have shared the role.

  •  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I totally agree with you, you would have been an excellent James Bond, I'm sure of that.
    But now that we are talking about franchises, I'd love to know what you think of Henry Cavill being the next Highlander.
    As much as I like him, I don't think anyone could fill the shoes of yours.

  • @axisofpeter
    @axisofpeter 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You would have made a first class Bond, far better than Brosnan, who was too dainty-looking. Glad that you seem so at ease with it. Hope to see you in Highlander movies and everything else. You deserve it.

  • @mariabishop3853
    @mariabishop3853 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    U would have suited the part and acted it effortlessly x

  • @thomascholmondeley5799
    @thomascholmondeley5799 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You would make a great James Bond. My wife and I were just talking about that a few weeks ago.

  • @BB-mv9wl
    @BB-mv9wl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    They missed a real chance to bring it back to the Connery standard by not using you. After Dalton, it just plummeted into cheese, then wood with the most recent installments. You would have been the perfect balance of humour, ladies man, action and drama.

  • @donnatwitty5000
    @donnatwitty5000 ปีที่แล้ว

    Please do it!!33

  • @jamesmunnik6639
    @jamesmunnik6639 ปีที่แล้ว

    You would have been my favorite James Bond Sir

  • @MrKirbbdogg
    @MrKirbbdogg 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Here’s the real question would be down for playing doctor who ?

  • @cpgood9971
    @cpgood9971 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love Potion #9 your style in that movie I remember thinking you could have killed that role as James bond

  • @chrisdixon3003
    @chrisdixon3003 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    When you played Duncan you looked like a young Sean Connery

  • @gabrielmaldonado7490
    @gabrielmaldonado7490 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Next movie, You’re another 00 agent that assists 007 on one of his mission. Simple but effective.

  • @johnthomas6054
    @johnthomas6054 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You would’ve been much better bond than Craig

  • @user-cc9mp8kl5f
    @user-cc9mp8kl5f 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What do you think about playing Dragula character in a movie.? James Bond is a good character to play. Wonder how a movie would be with you playing Bond.

  • @donnatwitty5000
    @donnatwitty5000 ปีที่แล้ว

    So I hope we can talk again see what is new

  • @blackjenna
    @blackjenna 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool, classy, sexy, athletic. You have all the qualifications. 👍

  • @cygnuscreations7038
    @cygnuscreations7038 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think- judging from the comments- it's almost unanimous; you'd have made one hell of a Bond. I honestly told my then wife who always watched Highlander with me that "Look at this guy! He's more Connery than Connery is Connery!":) You probably would have not done H'LANDER because of schedule conflicts and such, so to that end we didn't get you as Bond, but we have indelible memories of Duncan McCleod and for that I'm very, very grateful.

  • @tatten8266
    @tatten8266 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've seen a lot of 007 movies and liked most of the Bonds except Moore, to me he just didn't pull off the character; my favorite is Sean Connery. To tell you the truth Sean Connery got better with age. I wasn't so attracted to his characters when he was younger. You would make a great Bond and age brings a wisdom to the character. LOVED, LOVED, LOVED Highlander & you were the best! I think it's a mistake to do a redo they cannot make it better, they should just re-run your old series. Also, that ending was perfect - such a lesson. Wishing you the best in your future!

  • @AikenDrum1974
    @AikenDrum1974 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    As has been mentioned in the comments, you do have a real Connery look about you. There's an obvious role... Reboot, Highlander... Ramirez! 🙂

  • @katarinam.7984
    @katarinam.7984 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Handosme and very young for your age incredible

  • @Whovianize
    @Whovianize 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Will you be in the new Highlander movie with Henry Cavill ?

  • @dethiouxjean-pierre1818
    @dethiouxjean-pierre1818 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would to see him as James Bond

  • @donnatwitty5000
    @donnatwitty5000 ปีที่แล้ว

    I hope you are having a nice time. I HAVE TO PREPARE FOR WORK

  • @tysongames2750
    @tysongames2750 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You would have been great. You even LOOK like Sean Connery 😮.

  • @MoonjumperReviews
    @MoonjumperReviews 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You would have been a great Bond. You would still make a great Bond. No reason Bond has to be a teenager. He’s a veteran who’s been around and knows what he’s doing.

  • @donnatwitty5000
    @donnatwitty5000 ปีที่แล้ว

    I HOPE YOU ARE HAVING A TIME AND I hope I will see you. I was in England once

  • @Ian_Andre
    @Ian_Andre 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m glad Brosnon played Bond when he did, but I would’ve loved for Paul to have taken up the role instead of Craig. Not that I dislike Craig, just that Paul’s presence and charisma are more suited to the role.

  • @AR-pb2zh
    @AR-pb2zh 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You would have made an incredible Bond. I always thought u looked like a young Sean Connery!

  • @Cy55borg
    @Cy55borg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looks nice where you are, hope you got a good room in the end!
    You would have been (and still be - too old?? 'Never Too Old' would be a good Bond film title 🙂) a great James Bond, I'm sure. Pity it never turned out that way.
    I loved Sean Connery as Bond, and after him Roger Moore with his wonderful irony. Daniel Craig I don't like at all (I dislike blond hair - wrong type), didn't watch his Bond films. Last I read a woman is to take over that roll - could be interesting.
    Have a wonderful time in Mexico 🙂🙂🙂

  • @donnatwitty5000
    @donnatwitty5000 ปีที่แล้ว

    You will be an excellent James Bond

  • @DaveTravelsinTime
    @DaveTravelsinTime 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would be cool to see you play James bond get Barbara Broccoli on the phone

  • @layna-heyhey
    @layna-heyhey 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You'd still do fine as Bond. (bond is an annoying character to me. He is a spy, yet people know/recognize him? Bad spy, man.) Adrian Paul, what role do you really want currently?

  • @rafael607
    @rafael607 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    AP! you would've been an amazing Bond over the past 15 years but selfishly I suppose I'm glad it worked out as it did, after all we wouldn't have made Lost Colony or Captain Drake otherwise. (You would have made that trade I'm sure! 😂 And I wouldn't blame you)
    you're still a legend, mate. hope you're well, miss ya. emailed you a few months ago, not sure I have your current one anymore, but hit me up sometime, would love to catch up, could have something for you in 2022

  • @blonie9119
    @blonie9119 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I loved the Roger Moore as Bond. Sean Connery was amazing in everything except Bond IMHO probably just because I wasn’t old enough to know him as the original & could only compare his to what I thought was the original… Mr. Moore. lol It would be the same seeing someone else play Duncan. No one would compare. You would’ve made a great Bond in the 90’s. I’m still hoping for Idris to take the role now. Sidebar… Loving the mustache/ beard you’ve got going on right now.

  • @kellymariebarron
    @kellymariebarron 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Adrian, you have the voice even the accent to be James Bond and if they would ever ask you to be James Bond I think that would be a good character for you to be. Age has nothing at least with you I don't know how many others think that but again that is what I think. I still love Highlander just haven't watched it lately probably because I know almost all of the series pretty bad when you can recall something 25 plus years ago from a tv sitcom. There can be only one.

  • @scottterra8397
    @scottterra8397 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    He’d be a cool Bond…at least he’s not woke!

  • @donnatwitty5000
    @donnatwitty5000 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm going to eat..Will chat again

  • @donzelleperkins
    @donzelleperkins 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You would be a super cool James Bond.

  • @dantaylor333
    @dantaylor333 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Maybe now is the perfect age to be james bond. I think you would make a great 007. You are the logical choice. Daniel Craig was excellent so it would take someone like you to put their own twist to re invent it so to speak

    • @winniejohnson5559
      @winniejohnson5559 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He is 62 or 63 .. i think he would be great as well.. but the writers may want someone younger. Adrian seems fit enough