Colin Firth to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
London
Last updated on June 20, 2025

Is Colin Firth set to be the next James Bond?

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Is Firth set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in May 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Colin Firth.

UPDATE 20/06/2025 : 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 in London wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Colin Firth become the Seventh James Bond?

Firth’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Bridget Jones' Baby (2016), Kingsman: The Secret Service (2015) and The King's Speech (2010). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Firth now is – what next?

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

This 'Firth 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 Colin Firth for James Bond.

“His name is Firth. Colin Firth!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) June 19, 2025

“He was perfect as Vince Collins in Where the Truth Lies, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) June 19, 2025

“A 64-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) June 19, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Firth has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) June 19, 2025

Rumors about Colin Firth 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 Colin Firth should be the next James Bond?