Gerald Anderson to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Manila
Last updated on June 21, 2025

So, why not a 36-year-old James Bond from Philippines?

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Is Anderson 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 Gerald Anderson.

UPDATE 21/06/2025 : 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 from London to Manila wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Gerald Anderson become the Seventh James Bond?

Anderson’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Tomorrow's Love (2013-2013), Catch Me, I'm in Love (2011) and Till My Heartaches End (2010). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Anderson now is – what next?

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

This 'Anderson 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 Gerald Anderson for James Bond.

“His name is Anderson. Gerald Anderson!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) June 20, 2025

“He was perfect as JR in The Two Of Us, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) June 20, 2025

“A Filipino James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) June 20, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Anderson has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) June 20, 2025

Rumors about Gerald Anderson 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 Gerald Anderson should be the next James Bond?