Hayden Christensen to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Ottawa
Last updated on June 24, 2025

So, why not a 44-year-old James Bond from Canada?

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Is Christensen 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 Hayden Christensen.

UPDATE 24/06/2025 : 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 Ottawa wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Hayden Christensen become the Seventh James Bond?

Christensen’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Factory Girl (2006), Star Wars (1977-2005) and Revenge of the Sith (2005). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Christensen now is – what next?

Three reasons Hayden Christensen 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 44-year-old Canadian?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Christensen.
It would give Hayden Christensen a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Christensen. Hayden Christensen!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) June 23, 2025

“He was perfect as Darth Vader in Star Wars, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) June 23, 2025

“A Canadian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) June 23, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Christensen has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) June 23, 2025

Rumors about Hayden Christensen 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 Hayden Christensen should be the next James Bond?