Eric Roberts to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on May 3, 2025

So, why not a 69-year-old James Bond from United States?

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UPDATE 03/05/2025 : 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 from London to Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Eric Roberts become the Seventh James Bond?

Roberts’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Lost Girl (2010-2015), The Expendables (2010) and It's My Party (1996). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Roberts now is – what next?

Three reasons Eric Roberts would be good for the James Bond franchise

It would clarify that Bond is a rotating identity: If M can be a woman, why can't James Bond be a 69-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Roberts.
It would give Eric Roberts a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Roberts. Eric Roberts!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) May 2, 2025

“He was perfect as Nick Stark in It's My Party, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) May 2, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) May 2, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Roberts has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) May 2, 2025

Rumors about Eric Roberts 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 Eric Roberts should be the next James Bond?