Rob Riggle to be the next James Bond?

So, why not a 53-year-old James Bond from United States?

Is Riggle set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in February 2024. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Rob Riggle.

UPDATE 28/03/2024 : 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 Rob Riggle become the Seventh James Bond?

Riggle’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in 12 Strong (2018), My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 (2016) and 22 Jump Street (2014). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Riggle now is – what next?

Three reasons Rob Riggle 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 53-year-old American?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Riggle.
  3. It would give Rob Riggle a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Riggle. Rob Riggle!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) March 27, 2024
“He was perfect as Colonel Max Bowers in 12 Strong, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) March 27, 2024
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) March 27, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Riggle has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) March 27, 2024

Rumors about Rob Riggle 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 Rob Riggle should be the next James Bond?

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