There are few roles in Hollywood more coveted than 007. Since the character of James Bond was first adapted to film in the 1960s, it has been taken on by six separate actors, each of them donning suits and a smirk to embody the man Ian Fleming created. Each time an actor announces their departure from the role, audiences speculate and actors hope that it might be their turn, but not Michael Caine. It’s perhaps unsurprising that Caine was once considered for the role. The man is a certified national treasure, the consistency of his Cockney accent and commanding presence...