Barry Pepper to be the next James Bond?
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Is Pepper 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 Barry Pepper.
UPDATE 26/12/2024 : 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 Ottawa wondering what they could bring to the role.
Could Barry Pepper become the Seventh James Bond?
Pepper’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Monster Trucks (2016), True Grit (2010) and Casino Jack (2010). His commercial appeal is growing, too.
The question for Pepper now is – what next?
Three reasons Barry Pepper 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 54-year-old Canadian?
- No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Pepper.
- It would give Barry Pepper a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.
This 'Pepper To Play James Bond' Rumor had the internet in a frenzy
Twitter was flooded again Wednesday with loads of tweets related to the rumor. Some fans even launched an online Facebook page called We Want Barry Pepper for James Bond.
“His name is Pepper. Barry Pepper!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) December 25, 2024
“He was perfect as Private Daniel Jackson in Saving Private Ryan, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) December 25, 2024
“A Canadian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) December 25, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Pepper has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) December 25, 2024
Rumors about Barry Pepper 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 Barry Pepper should be the next James Bond?
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