James Frain to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
London
Last updated on April 1, 2025

Is James Frain set to be the next James Bond?

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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 March 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is James Frain.

UPDATE 01/04/2025 : 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 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

It would clarify that Bond is a rotating identity: If M can be a woman, why can't James Bond be James Frain?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Frain.
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 Monday 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 31, 2025

“He was perfect as Thomas Cromwell in The Tudors, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) March 31, 2025

“A 57-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) March 31, 2025

“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 31, 2025

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?