Bob Morley to be the next James Bond?

  • By Jim Leap
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So, why not a 41-year-old James Bond from Australia?
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Is Morley set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in March 2026. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Bob Morley.

UPDATE 01/04/2026 : 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 Canberra wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Bob Morley become the Seventh James Bond?

Morley’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Neighbours (2011-2013), The 100 (2014-2020) and Home and Away (2006-2008). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Morley now is – what next?

Three reasons Bob Morley 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 Australian?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Morley.
  3. It would give Bob Morley a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Morley. Bob Morley!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) March 31, 2026
“He was perfect as Drew Curtis in Home and Away, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) March 31, 2026
“An Australian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) March 31, 2026
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Morley has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) March 31, 2026

Rumors about Bob Morley 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 Bob Morley should be the next James Bond?

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