Philip Glenister to be the next James Bond?

Is Philip Glenister set to be the next James Bond?

Is Glenister 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 Philip Glenister.

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 in London wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Philip Glenister become the Seventh James Bond?

Glenister’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Mad Dogs (2011-2013), Life on Mars (2006-2007) and Outcast (2016-). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Glenister now is – what next?

Three reasons Philip Glenister 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 Philip Glenister?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Glenister.
  3. It would give Philip Glenister a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Glenister 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 Philip Glenister for James Bond.

“His name is Glenister. Philip Glenister!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) February 24, 2025
“He was perfect as John Anderson in Outcast, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) February 24, 2025
“A 62-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: Glenister has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) February 24, 2025

Rumors about Philip Glenister 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 Philip Glenister should be the next James Bond?

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