Eddie Murphy to be the next James Bond?

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So, why not a 64-year-old James Bond from United States?
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Is Murphy set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in January 2026. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Eddie Murphy.

UPDATE 07/02/2026 : 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 from London to Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Eddie Murphy become the Seventh James Bond?

Murphy’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Dreamgirls (2006), Beverly Hills Cop II (1987) and Beverly Hills Cop (1984). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Murphy now is – what next?

Three reasons Eddie Murphy 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 64-year-old American?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Murphy.
  3. It would give Eddie Murphy a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Murphy 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 Eddie Murphy for James Bond.

“His name is Murphy. Eddie Murphy!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) February 6, 2026
“He was perfect as Axel Foley in Beverly Hills Cop, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) February 6, 2026
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) February 6, 2026
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Murphy has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) February 6, 2026

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

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