Len Cariou to be the next James Bond?

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Is Cariou 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 Len Cariou.

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 from London to Ottawa wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Len Cariou become the Seventh James Bond?

Cariou’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Spotlight (2015), Secret Window (2004) and Never Talk to Strangers (1995). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Cariou now is – what next?

Three reasons Len Cariou 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 86-year-old Canadian?
2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Cariou.
3. It would give Len Cariou a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Cariou 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 Len Cariou for James Bond.

“His name is Cariou. Len Cariou!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) February 12, 2026

“He was perfect as Commissioner Henry Reagan in Blue Bloods, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) February 12, 2026

“A Canadian 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: Cariou has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) February 12, 2026

Rumors about Len Cariou 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 Len Cariou should be the next James Bond?

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