Freddie Highmore to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
London
Last updated on June 26, 2025

Is Freddie Highmore set to be the next James Bond?

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Is Highmore set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in May 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Freddie Highmore.

UPDATE 26/06/2025 : 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 in London wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Freddie Highmore become the Seventh James Bond?

Highmore’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Bates Motel (2013-2017), The Art of Getting By (2011) and August Rush (2007). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Highmore now is – what next?

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

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

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

“His name is Highmore. Freddie Highmore!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) June 25, 2025

“He was perfect as Charlie Bucket in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) June 25, 2025

“A 33-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) June 25, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Highmore has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) June 25, 2025

Rumors about Freddie Highmore 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 Freddie Highmore should be the next James Bond?