Ben Hardy to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
London
Last updated on June 21, 2025

Is Ben Hardy set to be the next James Bond?

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

UPDATE 21/06/2025 : 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 in London wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Ben Hardy become the Seventh James Bond?

Hardy’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in X-Men: Apocalypse (2016) and EastEnders (2013-2015). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Hardy now is – what next?

Three reasons Ben Hardy 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 Ben Hardy?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Hardy.
It would give Ben Hardy a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Hardy. Ben Hardy!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) June 20, 2025

“He was perfect as Peter Beale in EastEnders, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) June 20, 2025

“A 34-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) June 20, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Hardy has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) June 20, 2025

Rumors about Ben Hardy 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 Ben Hardy should be the next James Bond?