Kevin McKidd to be the next James Bond?
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Is McKidd set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in January 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Kevin McKidd.
UPDATE 25/02/2025 : 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 Edinburgh wondering what they could bring to the role.
Could Kevin McKidd become the Seventh James Bond?
McKidd’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Percy Jackson & the Olympians (2010), Hannibal Rising (2007) and Dog Soldiers (2002). His commercial appeal is growing, too.
The question for McKidd now is – what next?
Three reasons Kevin McKidd 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 Kevin McKidd?
- No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as McKidd.
- It would give Kevin McKidd a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.
This 'McKidd To Play James Bond' Rumor had the internet in a frenzy
Twitter was flooded again Monday with loads of tweets related to the rumor. Some fans even launched an online Facebook page called We Want Kevin McKidd for James Bond.
“His name is McKidd. Kevin McKidd!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) February 24, 2025
“He was perfect as Owen Hunt in Grey's Anatomy, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) February 24, 2025
“A 51-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) February 24, 2025
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: McKidd has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) February 24, 2025
Rumors about Kevin McKidd 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 Kevin McKidd should be the next James Bond?
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