Danila Kozlovsky to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Moscow
Last updated on May 28, 2025

So, why not a 40-year-old James Bond from Russia?

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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 Moscow wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Danila Kozlovsky become the Seventh James Bond?

Kozlovsky’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Flight Crew (2016) and Vampire Academy (2014). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Kozlovsky now is – what next?

Three reasons Danila Kozlovsky 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 40-year-old Russian?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Kozlovsky.
It would give Danila Kozlovsky a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Kozlovsky 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 Danila Kozlovsky for James Bond.

“His name is Kozlovsky. Danila Kozlovsky!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) May 27, 2025

“He was perfect as Alexey Gushchin in Flight Crew, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) May 27, 2025

“A Russian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) May 27, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Kozlovsky has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) May 27, 2025

Rumors about Danila Kozlovsky 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 Danila Kozlovsky should be the next James Bond?