Jason London to be the next James Bond?

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So, why not a 53-year-old James Bond from United States?
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Is London set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in December 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Jason London.

UPDATE 23/01/2026 : 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 from London to Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Jason London become the Seventh James Bond?

London’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Dazed and Confused (1993). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for London now is – what next?

Three reasons Jason London 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 a 53-year-old American?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as London.
  3. It would give Jason London a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'London 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 Jason London for James Bond.

“His name is London. Jason London!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) January 22, 2026
“He was perfect as Pink in Dazed and Confused, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) January 22, 2026
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) January 22, 2026
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: London has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) January 22, 2026

Rumors about Jason London 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 London should be the next James Bond?

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