Michael FassbenderchampionedDaniel Craigin a big way to be cast in theJames Bondrole he ultimately played for five films.
In a new interview, Fassbender revealed he auditioned for the 007 role but ultimately suggested producer cast Craig.
I dont know why I was promoting him.
(L-R) Daniel Craig, Michael Fassbender and Regé-Jean PageFrancois Duhamel / Columbia Pictures / Courtesy Everett Collection / Noam Galai / Amy Sussman / Getty Images
I should have been promoting myself.
But that was it really, there was never a conversation after that, he added.
Fassbender was one of several actors auditioning for the James Bond role for 2006sCasino Royale.
Pierce Brosnan had played the role for four films, the last being 2002sDie Another Day.
I think hes fantastic.
Hes got all the attributes, Fassbender said.
So lets wait and see.
