Dominic Purcell to be the next James Bond?

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Is Dominic Purcell set to be the next James Bond?

Is Purcell set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in October 2024. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Dominic Purcell.

UPDATE 02/11/2024 : 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 in London wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Dominic Purcell become the Seventh James Bond?

Purcell’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Prison Break (2005-2009), Blade: Trinity (2004) and Mission: Impossible II (2000). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Purcell now is – what next?

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

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

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

“His name is Purcell. Dominic Purcell!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) November 1, 2024
“He was perfect as Dracula in Blade: Trinity, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) November 1, 2024
“A 54-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) November 1, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Purcell has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) November 1, 2024

Rumors about Dominic Purcell 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 Dominic Purcell should be the next James Bond?

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