Stephen Mangan to be the next James Bond?

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Is Stephen Mangan set to be the next James Bond?

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

UPDATE 22/11/2024 : 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 in London wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Stephen Mangan become the Seventh James Bond?

Mangan’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Green Wing (2004-2007), Billy Elliot (2000) and Episodes (2011-). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Mangan now is – what next?

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

This 'Mangan 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 Stephen Mangan for James Bond.

“His name is Mangan. Stephen Mangan!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) November 21, 2024
“He was perfect as Sean Lincoln in Episodes, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) November 21, 2024
“A 52-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) November 21, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Mangan has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) November 21, 2024

Rumors about Stephen Mangan 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 Stephen Mangan should be the next James Bond?

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