Enchong Dee to be the next James Bond?

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So, why not a 36-year-old James Bond from Philippines?
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Is Dee set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in December 2024. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Enchong Dee.

UPDATE 04/01/2025 : 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 Manila wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Enchong Dee become the Seventh James Bond?

Dee’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in The Reunion (2012) and The Two Of Us (2009-2009). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Dee now is – what next?

Three reasons Enchong Dee 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 36-year-old Filipino?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Dee.
  3. It would give Enchong Dee a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Dee 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 Enchong Dee for James Bond.

“His name is Dee. Enchong Dee!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) January 3, 2025
“He was perfect as Lloyd in The Reunion, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) January 3, 2025
“A Filipino James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) January 3, 2025
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Dee has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) January 3, 2025

Rumors about Enchong Dee 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 Enchong Dee should be the next James Bond?

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