Chris Bauer to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on April 30, 2025

So, why not a 58-year-old James Bond from United States?

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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 Chris Bauer become the Seventh James Bond?

Bauer’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in True Blood (2008-2014), The Wire (2003-2003) and The Notorious Bettie Page (2005). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Bauer now is – what next?

Three reasons Chris Bauer 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 58-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Bauer.
It would give Chris Bauer a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Bauer 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 Chris Bauer for James Bond.

“His name is Bauer. Chris Bauer!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) April 29, 2025

“He was perfect as Dan in Broken Flowers, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) April 29, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) April 29, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Bauer has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) April 29, 2025

Rumors about Chris Bauer 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 Chris Bauer should be the next James Bond?