Brian Cox to be the next James Bond?

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Is Cox set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in April 2026. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Brian Cox.

UPDATE 15/05/2026 : 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 Edinburgh wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Brian Cox become the Seventh James Bond?

Cox’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Succession (2018-2023), Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011) and Coriolanus (2011). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Cox now is – what next?

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

This 'Cox 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 Brian Cox for James Bond.

“His name is Cox. Brian Cox!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) May 14, 2026
“He was perfect as Agamemnon in Troy, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) May 14, 2026
“A 79-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) May 14, 2026
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Cox has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) May 14, 2026

Rumors about Brian Cox 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 Brian Cox should be the next James Bond?

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