'James Bond is part of the fabric of our society': Orlando Bloom reveals he'd love the chance to take over from Daniel Craig as 'very English' 007

By Kate Thomas And Rebecca Davison For Mailonline

Published: 20:53 EDT, 3 May 2017 | Updated: 22:41 EDT, 3 May 2017

He's known for his chiselled good looks and suave charm.

And Orlando Bloom has just thrown his hat into the ring as a contender for the role of James Bond in the next 007 film, potentially providing some serious competition for current favourites Idris Elba, Tom Hardy and Tom Hiddleston.

The 40-year-old actor told BBC News that he was a huge fan of the franchise, saying: 'I grew up loving those [Bond] films. Who didn't?'

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The next Bond? Orlando Bloom has just thrown his hat into the ring as a contender for the role of James Bond in the next 007 film

The next Bond? Orlando Bloom has just thrown his hat into the ring as a contender for the role of James Bond in the next 007 film

'I'm sure they'll probably do more with Daniel, and who knows where they'll go with that?'

Orlando has even put some thought into how he would play the charming spy, channeling the 'wink and twinkle' behind the eye like Jack Sparrow, Sean Connery and Roger Moore.' 

The Pirates of the Caribbean star mused: 'A bit of that very English, but that sort of twinkle with the muscular dynamic.

'But who knows, they could do a woman. The world we live in today... who knows where they’ll go with it. But I do love that world.'

Orlando's bid for the big role could be too little too late, however, after it was hinted Idris was in line for the role.

Taking over from Craig? Orlando has even thought about how he would play the charming spy, channeling his favourites like Sean Connery and Roger Moore

It appears fans might be seeing Idris, 44, in the starring role since his Guerrilla director John Ridley, 51, let sip that he 'can't wait' to see him on the silver screen commanding the iconic role.

Speaking to BBC Radio One at the premiere of their new Sky Atlantic series, the Oscar winning writer couldn't help but gush about the Luther star's talent.

The American director and writer divulged: 'Idris is pretty much becoming a national treasure for every country. We couldn't have done it without him.

'It was a pleasure, he's a gentleman. I can't wait to see him as James Bond quite frankly.'

Top choice? Orlando's bid for the big role could be too little too late, however, after it was hinted Idris Elba was in line for the role

Top choice? Orlando's bid for the big role could be too little too late, however, after it was hinted Idris Elba was in line for the role

Cheeky! Orlando has even put some thought into how he would play the charming spy, channeling the 'wink and twinkle' behind the eye like Jack Sparrow

Cheeky! Orlando has even put some thought into how he would play the charming spy, channeling the 'wink and twinkle' behind the eye like Jack Sparrow

Super fan: Orlando also spoke highly of previous Bonds Roger Moore (left) and Sean Connery (right)
Super fan: Orlando also spoke highly of previous Bonds Roger Moore (left) and Sean Connery (right)

Super fan: Orlando also spoke highly of previous Bonds Roger Moore (left) and Sean Connery (right) 

This comes after BBC apologised after Orlando Bloom uttered an offensive slur while being interviewed by Nick Grimshaw live on Radio One last week.

The actor said the word 'pikey' on the show, which is a derogatory word used for a gypsy or traveller.

A BBC spokesperson told MailOnline: 'As with any live broadcast, we take great care to ensure all guests are briefed about their language before going on air. 

'We apologised to listeners afterwards for any offence caused.'

The word was used when Orlando was asked by Nick about whether or not he does his own stunts.

Apology: The BBC was forced to apologise after Orlando Bloom uttered an offensive slur live on Nick Grimshaw's Radio One show on Wednesday ... as actor claims he meant no harm 

Apology: The BBC was forced to apologise after Orlando Bloom uttered an offensive slur live on Nick Grimshaw's Radio One show on Wednesday ... as actor claims he meant no harm 

He replied: 'I'm still a pikey from Kent, boy. I'm still a pikey from Kent. You don't want to get on the wrong side of me, boy.' 

Orlando has since defended himself, saying that he meant no harm. 

He told the BBC after the chat: 'I've come from Kent and I grew up with a lot of, like, freewheeling, cool, interesting characters like that

'I certainly wasn't taking a slant at that at all. I'm very respectful.'

Grimmy concluded: 'Great to have him on the show, but apologies if you were offended by anything that Orlando may have said earlier on.' 

Twitter went wild for the furore with mixed reactions. They said things like: 'If Orlando Bloom is a pikey from Kent then I am too x.'

Oops: The actor said the word 'pikey' on the show, which is a derogatory word used for a gypsy or traveller

Oops: The actor said the word 'pikey' on the show, which is a derogatory word used for a gypsy or traveller

'Just seen this whole Orlando Bloom "Pikey" issue guys come on, he was calling himself it not anyone else. Focus on real issues please.'

'Oh no Orlando Bloom called himself a "pikey" in a radio interview.'

'In other news, some Hooligans knocked over a dustbin in Shaftesbury.' 

'FML what a bloody fuss about Orlando Bloom's self-deprecating use of "pikey from Kent"... says a pikey from Kent @bbcsoutheast

'The fact Orlando Bloom referred to himself as a 'pikey from Kent' makes me die.'  

They've all got something to say: Twitter went wild for the furore with mixed reactions

They've all got something to say: Twitter went wild for the furore with mixed reactions

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