Patrick Warburton to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on June 13, 2025

So, why not a 60-year-old James Bond from United States?

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

UPDATE 13/06/2025 : 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 Patrick Warburton become the Seventh James Bond?

Warburton’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Rules of Engagement (2007-2013), Ted (2012) and Less than Perfect (2002-2006). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Warburton now is – what next?

Three reasons Patrick Warburton 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 60-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Warburton.
It would give Patrick Warburton a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Warburton 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 Patrick Warburton for James Bond.

“His name is Warburton. Patrick Warburton!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) June 12, 2025

“He was perfect as Joe Swanson in Family Guy, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) June 12, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) June 12, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Warburton has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) June 12, 2025

Rumors about Patrick Warburton 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 Patrick Warburton should be the next James Bond?