Vincent Pérez to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Berne
Last updated on May 28, 2025

So, why not a 60-year-old James Bond from Switzerland?

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UPDATE 28/05/2025 : 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 from London to Berne wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Vincent Pérez become the Seventh James Bond?

Pérez’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Dalida (2017), What the Day Owes the Night (2012) and Queen of the Damned (2002). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Pérez now is – what next?

Three reasons Vincent Pérez would be good for the James Bond franchise

It would clarify that Bond is a rotating identity: If M can be a woman, why can't James Bond be a 60-year-old Swiss?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Pérez.
It would give Vincent Pérez a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Pérez. Vincent Pérez!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) May 27, 2025

“He was perfect as Frédéric/Viviane in Those Who Love Me Can Take the Train, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) May 27, 2025

“A Swiss James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) May 27, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Pérez has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) May 27, 2025

Rumors about Vincent Pérez 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 Vincent Pérez should be the next James Bond?