Humberto Martins to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Brasília
Last updated on July 11, 2025

So, why not a 64-year-old James Bond from Brazil?

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

UPDATE 11/07/2025 : 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 Brasília wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Humberto Martins become the Seventh James Bond?

Martins’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Em Família (2014-2014), Gabriela (2012-2012) and Brazilian Women (2012-2012). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Martins now is – what next?

Three reasons Humberto Martins 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 64-year-old Brazilian?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Martins.
It would give Humberto Martins a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Martins. Humberto Martins!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) July 10, 2025

“He was perfect as Ramiro Cadore in India – A Love Story, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) July 10, 2025

“A Brazilian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) July 10, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Martins has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) July 10, 2025

Rumors about Humberto Martins 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 Humberto Martins should be the next James Bond?