Sam Worthington

The Avatar star auditioned for the role of 007 for Casino Royale - with Daniel Craig eventually winning the part.

He told ShortList, “I held off and held off doing the audition because I couldn't find a way into the character. And when I finally did I went for it.

"I got a half a day of acting with Casino Royale director Martin Campbell. I got to do some scenes with some great actors, gave it my all, and it wasn't right for me."

While disappointed with the outcome, he admits the failed audition actually helped him land a part in James Cameron’s sci-fi blockbuster.

He added, “I was backing myself. I had nothing to lose and everything to gain.

"I thought the least I'll get out of this is to act a few scenes with James Cameron, and that's a hell of an opportunity.

"I learned that from going for the James Bond audition. If I give it all I've got and still don't get the part, then so be it. This time I did."