Brandon Flynn to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on April 4, 2025

So, why not a 31-year-old James Bond from United States?

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Is Flynn 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 Brandon Flynn.

UPDATE 04/04/2025 : 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 Brandon Flynn become the Seventh James Bond?

Flynn’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in 13 Reasons Why (2017-). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Flynn now is – what next?

Three reasons Brandon Flynn 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 31-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Flynn.
It would give Brandon Flynn a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Flynn. Brandon Flynn!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) April 3, 2025

“He was perfect as Justin Foley in 13 Reasons Why, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) April 3, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) April 3, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Flynn has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) April 3, 2025

Rumors about Brandon Flynn 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 Brandon Flynn should be the next James Bond?