Every day there's a ridiculous Bond rumour. Some at least seem vaguely believable or even good (eg. Clive Owen, Ewan McGregor) whilst others are plain ridiculous (Russell Crowe, Catherine Zeta-Jones). Today comes one of the later.

Digital Spy reports that film producers are apparently "desperate" to sign up the 27-year-old Orlando Bloom as a replacement for Pierce Brosnan, who retires from the role after the next movie. A source says "They are pulling out all the stops to get him. Orlando would be perfect for the part as he's got the looks, the charm, the accent and the high profile that would make Bond even more popular. They want to move away from the traditional image of James Bond - the older, suave gentleman - and believe a younger, trendier actor will attract new fans"

If the producers are thinking along these lines, this would be the biggest (and arguably worst) shakeup of the franchise in its 42 year history. How in the world are we supposed to believe a guy this young is a retired naval commander turned super spy, and last time I checked the Brosnan films were by far the franchises most financially successful films - what new fans could you otherwise pull in?

A spokesman for Bloom said that "no decision had been made" about the role. Chalk this up as wild rumour #87452986

Thanks to 'Brocky'.