Ed Skrein to be the next James Bond?

Is Ed Skrein set to be the next James Bond?

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Is Skrein set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in October 2024. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Ed Skrein.

UPDATE 22/11/2024 : This story seems to be false. (read more)

Every man, at some point in his life, wishes he could be James Bond. And with the news that Daniel Craig may well be out as 007, there are a whole bunch of actors in London wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Ed Skrein become the Seventh James Bond?

Skrein’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Deadpool (2016). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Skrein now is – what next?

Three reasons Ed Skrein would be good for the James Bond franchise

  1. It would clarify that Bond is a rotating identity: If M can be a woman, why can't James Bond be Ed Skrein?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Skrein.
  3. It would give Ed Skrein a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Skrein To Play James Bond' Rumor had the internet in a frenzy

Twitter was flooded again Thursday with loads of tweets related to the rumor. Some fans even launched an online Facebook page called We Want Ed Skrein for James Bond.

“His name is Skrein. Ed Skrein!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) November 21, 2024
“He was perfect as Francis Freeman in Deadpool, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) November 21, 2024
“A 41-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) November 21, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Skrein has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) November 21, 2024

Rumors about Ed Skrein stepping into the role's next iteration have been floating about for a while now. He is characterized by being smooth, slick, handsome, rugged and charming. These are definitely the characteristics needed to play James Bond. Don’t you agree?

Do you think Ed Skrein should be the next James Bond?

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