Joaquim Lopes to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Brasília
Last updated on March 31, 2025

So, why not a 44-year-old James Bond from Brazil?

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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 Brasília wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Joaquim Lopes become the Seventh James Bond?

Lopes’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Sangue Bom (2003-2013) and Dinossaurs & Robots (2011-2011). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Lopes now is – what next?

Three reasons Joaquim Lopes 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 44-year-old Brazilian?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Lopes.
It would give Joaquim Lopes a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Lopes. Joaquim Lopes!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) March 30, 2025

“He was perfect as Josué in Dinossaurs & Robots, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) March 30, 2025

“A Brazilian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) March 30, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Lopes has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) March 30, 2025

Rumors about Joaquim Lopes 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 Joaquim Lopes should be the next James Bond?