Former Bond Girl and actress Gemma Arterton slammed the idea of making James Bond a female character in future installments of the classic movie series.

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Isn’t a female James Bond like Mary Poppins being played by a man? They talk about it, but I think people would find it too outrageous.

Former Bond girl Gemma Arterton , who appeared in Quantum of Solace , recently weighed in on the concept of a female taking over the role of James Bond . She explained to The Times that it would “people would find it too outrageous.

The actor starred opposite Daniel Craig in 2008's "Quantum of Solace" as the ill-fated Bond girl Strawberry Fields.

Quantum of Solace” star Gemma Arterton has weighed in on the prospect of a female James Bond, suggesting that such a change might not align with the franchise’s tradition. “Isn’t a female James Bond like Mary Poppins being played by a man?

The actress said she doesn't regret saying yes to the James Bond universe, but she does feel confused why the minor role has "followed me around."

In an interview with The Times, Gemma Arterton — who played Strawberry Fields in the 2008 Bond film “Quantum of Solace” alongside Craig — expressed her staunch views on th