Bill Cosby to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on June 17, 2025

So, why not a 87-year-old James Bond from United States?

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Is Cosby 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 Bill Cosby.

UPDATE 17/06/2025 : 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 from London to Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Bill Cosby become the Seventh James Bond?

Cosby’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in The Cosby Show (1984-1992). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Cosby now is – what next?

Three reasons Bill Cosby 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 87-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Cosby.
It would give Bill Cosby a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Cosby. Bill Cosby!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) June 16, 2025

“He was perfect as Cliff Huxtable in The Cosby Show, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) June 16, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) June 16, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Cosby has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) June 16, 2025

Rumors about Bill Cosby 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 Bill Cosby should be the next James Bond?