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Idris Elba says he was 'put off' James Bond after taking the brunt of racist backlash

Idris Elba was one of the main frontrunners to take over the role of 007 after Daniel Craig exited the role in 2021, with his final performance as the suave super spy in No Time to Die

Daily Mirror

‘Hijack’ review: Idris Elba is cool as a cucumber, at gunpoint, in the unfriendly skies

The airborne thriller “Hijack” on Apple TV+ unfolds in real(ish) time when a seven-hour flight from Dubai to London is hijacked. One of the passengers is played by Idris Elba, the coolest customer in these not-so-friendly skies, who uses his talents as a corporate negotiator to talk down this group…

Chicago Tribune

It's official, Hijack on Apple TV Plus is another certified banger

Hijack on Apple TV Plus has been Certified Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes with a 94% score, confirming Apple has another epic show on its hands.

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Idris Elba lost interest in James Bond role after ‘disgusting’ race discourse

Idris Elba has said that the discourse regarding race around the character of James Bond is what put him off considering the coveted film role.

Evening Standard

Idris Elba says ‘disgusting’ race discourse put him off James Bond role

British actor said he would have turned down the opportunity after it ‘became about race’

The Independent UK

Idris Elba shares ‘disgusting’ reason he didn’t want to play James Bond

Actor has elaborated on why he will never play 007

The Independent UK

Idris Elba uses his brains not brawn in the new Apple TV+ series 'Hijack'

In Idris Elba's new limited-series for Apple TV+ called “Hijack,” he plays a passenger named Sam on a plane that has been hijacked

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Idris Elba Gets Honest About Why The James Bond Casting Rumors Became ‘Less Of A Compliment’ Over Time

Long time James Bond contender Idris Elba has opened up again about the downside to being tipped as the next potential 007.

Cinemablend

Meet the Hijack cast: who's who in the thriller

Our guide to the Hijack cast so you know who's who in the Apple TV Plus thriller that's fronted by Luther star, Idris Elba.

WhatToWatch

Idris Elba: racist backlash made speculation over James Bond ‘disgusting’

Star of The Wire and Luther says playing 007 would be the pinnacle of an actor’s career, but the discussion became ‘off-putting’

The Guardian - UK

Idris Elba reveals why he removed himself from the Bond conversation

"Those that weren't happy about the idea made the whole thing disgusting"

Total Film

Hijack review – Idris Elba makes this beautifully daft plane thriller soar

The Luther star is majestically charismatic in this real-time hijack drama. He is the rock on which seven hours of brilliant, bingeable nonsense are based

The Guardian - UK

TV tonight: Our highlights for Wednesday, June 28

The Great British Sewing Bee is just one of the gems on TV tonight.

WhatToWatch

Meandering ‘Hijack’ feels like seven hours in the middle seat

Not even the mighty presence of Idris Elba can get the convoluted airline thriller off the ground.

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The Independent UK

Lorraine Kelly puts head in her hands after making x-rated comment to Idris Elba

‘I will take that out, thank you very much. We’re not going to put that in,’ presenter said

WhatToWatch

How to watch Hijack: stream the Idris Elba plane thriller show online

Here's how you can watch Hijack online, ready for when it debuts on Wednesday, June 28.

Daily Mirror

Idris Elba red-faced at Lorraine Kelly's incredibly crude comment in 'naughty' interview

Luther star Idris Elba sat down with the Scottish presenter to discuss his latest TV project Hijack - but the interview was interrupted when the pair burst into laughter over Lorraine's 'naughty' remark

Daily Record

Lorraine Kelly left red-faced after 'rude and naughty' comment to Idris Elba during interview

Lorraine Kelly interviewed actor Idris Elba on Tuesday discussing his new TV+ series Hijack, however, she made a huge blunder when discussing James Bond rumours

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Is Hijack based on a true story? What we know about Idris Elba's Apple TV+ series

Is Hijack based on a true story? Idris Elba's Apple TV+ show is already receiving rave reviews, but is there any truth to the plot?

The Independent UK

Olivia Colman, Idris Elba and stars read King’s speeches for new climate YouTube channel

Charles’s landmark speeches feature in the launch film for RE:TV

The Guardian - UK

Hijack: the most intriguing part of Idris Elba’s new plane-based thriller? His total lack of luggage

This boring terrorist drama sees the Luther star’s character notice the plot first. Possibly he’s hyperintelligent, more likely it’s because he didn’t even think to bring a book

The Independent UK

What to stream this week: 'The Bachelorette,' Idris Elba, The Weeknd, Sarah Snook and 'Jack Ryan'

This week’s new entertainment releases include a new album from Lucinda Williams, the kickoff of the 20th season of the reality dating show “The Bachelorette” starring a 27-year-old therapist from Georgia who was featured on the last season of “The Bachelor,” and Idris Elba is stuck on the worst flight…

The Guardian - UK

Hijack to The Witcher: the seven best shows to stream this week

Idris Elba stars in a real-time plane hijack thriller, while the hit fantasy is back – and Henry Cavill will pass Geralt’s torch to Liam Hemsworth

Daily Mirror

Made In Chelsea's Georgia Toffolo leads the glamour for Ladies Day at Royal Ascot

Royal Ascot is celebrating Ladies Day today with celebrities including Made In Chelsea's Georgia Toffolo, royals Zara and Mike Tindall and Sabrina Elba in attendance

WhatToWatch

Extraction 2 cast: Who's who in the Netflix blockbuster

Meet the Extraction 2 cast so you're geared up for Tyler Rake's latest adventure now the film is available to stream on Netflix.

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