Liam McIntyre to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Canberra
Last updated on May 21, 2025

So, why not a 43-year-old James Bond from Australia?

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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 Canberra wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Liam McIntyre become the Seventh James Bond?

McIntyre’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in The Legend of Hercules (2014) and Spartacus (2012-2013). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for McIntyre now is – what next?

Three reasons Liam McIntyre 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 43-year-old Australian?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as McIntyre.
It would give Liam McIntyre a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is McIntyre. Liam McIntyre!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) May 20, 2025

“He was perfect as Spartacus in Spartacus, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) May 20, 2025

“An Australian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) May 20, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: McIntyre has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) May 20, 2025

Rumors about Liam McIntyre 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 Liam McIntyre should be the next James Bond?