Saïd Taghmaoui to be the next James Bond?

  • By Jim Leap
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So, why not a 52-year-old James Bond from France?

Is Taghmaoui set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in January 2026. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Saïd Taghmaoui.

UPDATE 21/02/2026 : 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 Paris wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Saïd Taghmaoui become the Seventh James Bond?

Taghmaoui’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in 12 Strong (2018), Wonder Woman (2017) and American Hustle (2013). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Taghmaoui now is – what next?

Three reasons Saïd Taghmaoui 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 52-year-old French?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Taghmaoui.
  3. It would give Saïd Taghmaoui a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Taghmaoui. Saïd Taghmaoui!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) February 20, 2026
“He was perfect as Sameer in Wonder Woman, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) February 20, 2026
“A French James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) February 20, 2026
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Taghmaoui has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) February 20, 2026

Rumors about Saïd Taghmaoui 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 Saïd Taghmaoui should be the next James Bond?

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