Eddie Marsan to be the next James Bond?

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Is Marsan set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in July 2026. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Eddie Marsan.

UPDATE 24/08/2026 : 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 Eddie Marsan become the Seventh James Bond?

Marsan’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Ray Donovan (2013-2022), Jack the Giant Slayer (2013) and War Horse (2011). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Marsan now is – what next?

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

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

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

“His name is Marsan. Eddie Marsan!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) August 23, 2026
“He was perfect as Crawe in Jack the Giant Slayer, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) August 23, 2026
“A 58-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) August 23, 2026
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Marsan has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) August 23, 2026

Rumors about Eddie Marsan 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 Eddie Marsan should be the next James Bond?

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