Danny Huston to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on April 30, 2025

So, why not a 62-year-old James Bond from United States?

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Is Huston 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 Danny Huston.

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 Danny Huston become the Seventh James Bond?

Huston’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Wonder Woman (2017), Robin Hood (2010) and Clash of the Titans (2010). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Huston now is – what next?

Three reasons Danny Huston 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 62-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Huston.
It would give Danny Huston a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Huston 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 Danny Huston for James Bond.

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

“He was perfect as Emperor Joseph II in Marie Antoinette, 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: Huston has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) April 29, 2025

Rumors about Danny Huston 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 Danny Huston should be the next James Bond?