Commander Craig: 007 star Daniel Craig made honorary Royal Navy officer

The name’s Craig, Commander Craig.

Britain’s Royal Navy said that James Bond star Daniel Craig has been made an honorary commander in the service, the same rank held by his character on screen.

"Daniel Craig is well known for being Commander Bond for the last 15 years -- a naval officer who keeps Britain safe through missions across the globe. That's what the real Royal Navy does every day, using technology and skill the same way as Bond himself," said First Sea Lord Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, the head of the Royal Navy.

In Ian Fleming’s spy thrillers, which led to the blockbuster film franchise, James Bond is a World War II naval veteran working for Britain’s secret service with a 'license to kill'.

Interestingly, Craig was made an honorary naval officer ahead of the release of 'No Time to Die', his fifth and final appearance as 007.

Craig wants to use his newly minted military status, as a way to help UK military families.

After 18 months of pandemic delays, 'No Time to Die' opens in theatres in India and UK on September 30 and October 8 in the United States.