Dougray Scott

BIOGRAPHY

Originally from '' but was also due to play Wolverine in the big screen version of '' X-Men ''. When ''Mission Impossible II'' went over schedule Scott was replaced by Hugh Jackman .

Scott was once widely believed to be the leading candidate to replace Pierce Brosnan for the role of James Bond . Despite the numerous reports that Eon Productions was leaning towards naming Scott as the new Bond in the next 007 adventure '' Casino Royale '', the famous role eventually went to Daniel Craig .

From an artistic angle, many analysts and moviegoers expressed their observations stating that Dougray Scott has many similarities to the legendary Sean Connery , the original James Bond .

Sometimes Scott is referred to as "Young Sean Connery", and also appeared in the NBC series "Heist" which is now cancelled. Similarity in acting style is also noted between Scott, and the late, and legendary, Steve McQueen.

Currently he is appearing in the 2006 miniseries '' The Ten Commandments '' as Moses .

SELECTED FILMOGRAPHY