Aksel Hennie to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Oslo
Last updated on April 23, 2025

So, why not a 49-year-old James Bond from Norway?

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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 Oslo wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Aksel Hennie become the Seventh James Bond?

Hennie’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in The Martian (2015) and Hercules (2014). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Hennie now is – what next?

Three reasons Aksel Hennie 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 49-year-old Norvegian?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Hennie.
It would give Aksel Hennie a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Hennie 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 Aksel Hennie for James Bond.

“His name is Hennie. Aksel Hennie!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) April 22, 2025

“He was perfect as Alex Vogel in The Martian, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) April 22, 2025

“A Norvegian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) April 22, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Hennie has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) April 22, 2025

Rumors about Aksel Hennie 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 Aksel Hennie should be the next James Bond?