Chris Bauer to be the next James Bond?

So, why not a 57-year-old James Bond from United States?

Is Bauer set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in February 2024. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Chris Bauer.

UPDATE 29/03/2024 : 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 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

  1. It would clarify that Bond is a rotating identity: If M can be a woman, why can't James Bond be a 57-year-old American?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Bauer.
  3. 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 Thursday 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) March 28, 2024
“He was perfect as Fred Yokas in Third Watch, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) March 28, 2024
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) March 28, 2024
“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) March 28, 2024

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?

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