Barrett Foa to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on April 13, 2025

So, why not a 47-year-old James Bond from United States?

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Is Foa set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in March 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Barrett Foa.

UPDATE 13/04/2025 : 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 Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Barrett Foa become the Seventh James Bond?

Foa’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in NCIS: Los Angeles (2009-). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Foa now is – what next?

Three reasons Barrett Foa 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 47-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Foa.
It would give Barrett Foa a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Foa 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 Barrett Foa for James Bond.

“His name is Foa. Barrett Foa!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) April 12, 2025

“He was perfect as Eric Beale in NCIS: Los Angeles, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) April 12, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) April 12, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Foa has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) April 12, 2025

Rumors about Barrett Foa 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 Barrett Foa should be the next James Bond?