Robert Webb to be the next James Bond?

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Is Webb 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 Robert Webb.

UPDATE 16/02/2025 : 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 Robert Webb become the Seventh James Bond?

Webb’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Peep Show (2003-). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Webb now is – what next?

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

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

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

“His name is Webb. Robert Webb!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) February 15, 2025
“He was perfect as Jeremy Usborne in Peep Show, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) February 15, 2025
“A 52-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) February 15, 2025
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Webb has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) February 15, 2025

Rumors about Robert Webb 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 Robert Webb should be the next James Bond?

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