Ioan Gruffudd to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Cardiff
Last updated on March 5, 2025

So, why not a 51-year-old James Bond from Wales?

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UPDATE 05/03/2025 : 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 Cardiff wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Ioan Gruffudd become the Seventh James Bond?

Gruffudd’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Forever (2014-2015), The Secret of Moonacre (2008) and Fantastic Four (2005). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Gruffudd now is – what next?

Three reasons Ioan Gruffudd 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 51-year-old Welsh?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Gruffudd.
It would give Ioan Gruffudd a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Gruffudd. Ioan Gruffudd!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) March 4, 2025

“He was perfect as LT John Beales in Black Hawk Down, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) March 4, 2025

“A Welsh James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) March 4, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Gruffudd has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) March 4, 2025

Rumors about Ioan Gruffudd 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 Ioan Gruffudd should be the next James Bond?