Jim Broadbent to be the next James Bond?

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Is Broadbent 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 Jim Broadbent.

UPDATE 13/02/2026 : 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 Jim Broadbent become the Seventh James Bond?

Broadbent’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Bridget Jones' Baby (2016), Eddie the Eagle (2016) and Le Week-End (2013). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Broadbent now is – what next?

Three reasons Jim Broadbent 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 Jim Broadbent?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Broadbent.
  3. It would give Jim Broadbent a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Broadbent 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 Jim Broadbent for James Bond.

“His name is Broadbent. Jim Broadbent!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) February 12, 2026
“He was perfect as Nick Burrows in Le Week-End, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) February 12, 2026
“A 76-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) February 12, 2026
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Broadbent has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) February 12, 2026

Rumors about Jim Broadbent 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 Jim Broadbent should be the next James Bond?

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