Rhys told the paper he was invited to their offices in the centre of London Very intimidating.

We were just told to wear a dark suit and readCasino Royale.

The producers asked him what he would do differently with the legendary screen character.

Matthew Rhys

Matthew Rhys ‘blew his Bond moment’.Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images

I was so not anticipating that question.

And then I was like, is it a trick question?

Are they waiting for people to go, I wouldnt do anything.

WGA West building in Hollywood

I think we can drop the misogynistic jokes, so he tried a joke.

Id give him a limp.

I said, Limp?

Rhys laughed at the prospect ofDaniel Craigfollowing him in and answering the same question, Gritty Reboot?