Glen Hansard to be the next James Bond?

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So, why not a 54-year-old James Bond from Ireland?
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Is Hansard set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in November 2024. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Glen Hansard.

UPDATE 22/12/2024 : 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 Dublin wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Glen Hansard become the Seventh James Bond?

Hansard’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in The Commitments (1991). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Hansard now is – what next?

Three reasons Glen Hansard 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 54-year-old Irish?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Hansard.
  3. It would give Glen Hansard a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Hansard 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 Glen Hansard for James Bond.

“His name is Hansard. Glen Hansard!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) December 21, 2024
“He was perfect as Outspan Foster in The Commitments, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) December 21, 2024
“An Irish James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) December 21, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Hansard has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) December 21, 2024

Rumors about Glen Hansard 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 Glen Hansard should be the next James Bond?

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