Idris Elba is "not in the race" to play James Bond - and never was.
The 53-year-old actor was tipped to replace Daniel Craig as 007 for years, but Elba has insisted he was never a serious candidate for the role.
Amazon/MGM Studios recently announced the search for the next James Bond is under way.
"My name's not getting thrown out, no way," the Luther star told People.
"They're going younger. And I wish them all the luck of the world. I can't wait - it's going to be amazing."
Elba insisted he was never among the contenders for the role, even though he was suggested as a possible Bond by many of his former co-stars.
"I'm honestly not in the race ever," he said.
