Facundo Arana to be the next James Bond?
- By Jim Leap
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Is Arana 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 Facundo Arana.
UPDATE 23/02/2025 : 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 Buenos Aires wondering what they could bring to the role.
Could Facundo Arana become the Seventh James Bond?
Arana’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Wild Angel (1998-1999). His commercial appeal is growing, too.
The question for Arana now is – what next?
Three reasons Facundo Arana would be good for the James Bond franchise
- It would clarify that Bond is a rotating identity: If M can be a woman, why can't James Bond be a 52-year-old Argentine?
- No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Arana.
- It would give Facundo Arana a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.
This 'Arana To Play James Bond' Rumor had the internet in a frenzy
Twitter was flooded again Saturday with loads of tweets related to the rumor. Some fans even launched an online Facebook page called We Want Facundo Arana for James Bond.
“His name is Arana. Facundo Arana!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) February 22, 2025
“He was perfect as Ivo Di Carlo in Wild Angel, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) February 22, 2025
“An Argentine James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) February 22, 2025
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Arana has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) February 22, 2025
Rumors about Facundo Arana 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 Facundo Arana should be the next James Bond?
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