Benedict Cumberbatch has confirmed that he remains committed to adapting Rogue Male , the classic British novel that he says inspired Ian Fleming to write James Bond.

Cumberbatch and his production company SunnyMarch announced in 2016 that they planned to adapt Geoffrey Household’s book, but the feature film has yet to get off the ground.

Speaking on the SmartLess podcast, hosted by Sean Hayes, Jason Bateman, and Will Arnett, Cumberbatch said he hoped to slate the shoot for 2026.

He warned, however, that “there are other huge commitments involving cloaks floating about,” which appeared to be confirmation that he is reprising his role as Doctor Strange in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

“We haven’t got a filming date yet, but it’s something we’re trying to slate for next year,

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