Coco Martin to be the next James Bond?

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So, why not a 43-year-old James Bond from Philippines?
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Is Martin set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in November 2024. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Coco Martin.

UPDATE 18/12/2024 : 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 Manila wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Coco Martin become the Seventh James Bond?

Martin’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in A Moment in Time (2013), My Eternal (2012-2012) and The Two Of Us (2009-2009). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Martin now is – what next?

Three reasons Coco Martin 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 43-year-old Filipino?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Martin.
  3. It would give Coco Martin a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Martin 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 Coco Martin for James Bond.

“His name is Martin. Coco Martin!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) December 17, 2024
“He was perfect as Daniel Cruz in My Eternal, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) December 17, 2024
“A Filipino James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) December 17, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Martin has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) December 17, 2024

Rumors about Coco Martin 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 Coco Martin should be the next James Bond?

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