Jason Flemyng to be the next James Bond?
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Is Flemyng set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in January 2026. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Jason Flemyng.
UPDATE 14/02/2026 : 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 Jason Flemyng become the Seventh James Bond?
Flemyng’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in I Give It a Year (2013), Great Expectations (2012) and X-Men: First Class (2011). His commercial appeal is growing, too.
The question for Flemyng now is – what next?
Three reasons Jason Flemyng 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 Jason Flemyng?
- No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Flemyng.
- It would give Jason Flemyng a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.
This 'Flemyng 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 Jason Flemyng for James Bond.
“His name is Flemyng. Jason Flemyng!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) February 13, 2026
“He was perfect as Dr. Jekyll / Mr. Hyde in The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) February 13, 2026
“A 59-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) February 13, 2026
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Flemyng has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) February 13, 2026
Rumors about Jason Flemyng 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 Jason Flemyng should be the next James Bond?
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