Hugh Jackman to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Canberra
Last updated on May 20, 2025

So, why not a 56-year-old James Bond from Australia?

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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 Canberra wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Hugh Jackman become the Seventh James Bond?

Jackman’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Logan (2017), X-Men: Apocalypse (2016) and Eddie the Eagle (2016). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Jackman now is – what next?

Three reasons Hugh Jackman 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 56-year-old Australian?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Jackman.
It would give Hugh Jackman a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Jackman 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 Hugh Jackman for James Bond.

“His name is Jackman. Hugh Jackman!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) May 19, 2025

“He was perfect as Wolverine in X-Men, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) May 19, 2025

“An Australian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) May 19, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Jackman has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) May 19, 2025

Rumors about Hugh Jackman 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 Hugh Jackman should be the next James Bond?