Jake Busey to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on June 20, 2025

So, why not a 54-year-old James Bond from United States?

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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 Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Jake Busey become the Seventh James Bond?

Busey’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Starship Troopers (1997). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Busey now is – what next?

Three reasons Jake Busey 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 54-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Busey.
It would give Jake Busey a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Busey 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 Jake Busey for James Bond.

“His name is Busey. Jake Busey!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) June 19, 2025

“He was perfect as Ace Levy in Starship Troopers, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) June 19, 2025

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

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

Rumors about Jake Busey 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 Jake Busey should be the next James Bond?