Lamorne Morris to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on May 16, 2025

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

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Is Morris set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in April 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Lamorne Morris.

UPDATE 16/05/2025 : 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 Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Lamorne Morris become the Seventh James Bond?

Morris’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in New Girl (2011-). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Morris now is – what next?

Three reasons Lamorne Morris 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 American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Morris.
It would give Lamorne Morris a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Morris 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 Lamorne Morris for James Bond.

“His name is Morris. Lamorne Morris!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) May 15, 2025

“He was perfect as Winston Bishop in New Girl, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) May 15, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) May 15, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Morris has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) May 15, 2025

Rumors about Lamorne Morris 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 Lamorne Morris should be the next James Bond?