David Anders to be the next James Bond?

So, why not a 43-year-old James Bond from United States?

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

UPDATE 20/02/2025 : 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 David Anders become the Seventh James Bond?

Anders’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Necessary Roughness (2011-2013), Heroes (2010-2006) and Alias (2001-2006). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Anders now is – what next?

Three reasons David Anders 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 American?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Anders.
  3. It would give David Anders a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Anders To Play James Bond' Rumor had the internet in a frenzy

Twitter was flooded again Wednesday with loads of tweets related to the rumor. Some fans even launched an online Facebook page called We Want David Anders for James Bond.

“His name is Anders. David Anders!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) February 19, 2025
“He was perfect as Dr. Whale in Once Upon a Time, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) February 19, 2025
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) February 19, 2025
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Anders has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) February 19, 2025

Rumors about David Anders 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 David Anders should be the next James Bond?

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