Chris Pratt to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on April 30, 2025

So, why not a 45-year-old James Bond from United States?

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Is Pratt 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 Chris Pratt.

UPDATE 30/04/2025 : 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 Chris Pratt become the Seventh James Bond?

Pratt’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017), Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) and Delivery Man (2013). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Pratt now is – what next?

Three reasons Chris Pratt 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 45-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Pratt.
It would give Chris Pratt a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Pratt 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 Pratt for James Bond.

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

“He was perfect as Paul in Her, 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: Pratt has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) April 29, 2025

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