James Frain to be the next James Bond?

Is James Frain set to be the next James Bond?

Is Frain set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in February 2024. One of the names who keeps cropping up is James Frain.

UPDATE 28/03/2024 : 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 in London wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could James Frain become the Seventh James Bond?

Frain’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in The Tudors (2007-2010), Invasion (2005-2006) and Elizabeth (1998). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Frain now is – what next?

Three reasons James Frain would be good for the James Bond franchise

  1. It would clarify that Bond is a rotating identity: If M can be a woman, why can't James Bond be James Frain?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Frain.
  3. It would give James Frain a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Frain. James Frain!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) March 27, 2024
“He was perfect as Alvaro de la Quadra in Elizabeth, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) March 27, 2024
“A 56-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) March 27, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Frain has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) March 27, 2024

Rumors about James Frain 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 James Frain should be the next James Bond?

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