Artur Smolyaninov to be the next James Bond?

  • By Jim Leap
  • Moscow
  • Last updated on

So, why not a 41-year-old James Bond from Russia?

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

UPDATE 22/12/2024 : 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 from London to Moscow wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Artur Smolyaninov become the Seventh James Bond?

Smolyaninov’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in The 9th Company (2005). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Smolyaninov now is – what next?

Three reasons Artur Smolyaninov 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 41-year-old Russian?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Smolyaninov.
  3. It would give Artur Smolyaninov a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Smolyaninov 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 Artur Smolyaninov for James Bond.

“His name is Smolyaninov. Artur Smolyaninov!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) December 21, 2024
“He was perfect as Lyutyy in The 9th Company, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) December 21, 2024
“A Russian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) December 21, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Smolyaninov has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) December 21, 2024

Rumors about Artur Smolyaninov 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 Artur Smolyaninov should be the next James Bond?

© 2024 MediaMass All rights reserved. Do not reproduce (even with permission).

Artur Smolyaninov: Recent News

 

page served in 0.049s (1,2)