Jason Patric to be the next James Bond?

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So, why not a 59-year-old James Bond from United States?
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Is Patric set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in January 2026. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Jason Patric.

UPDATE 27/02/2026 : 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 Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Jason Patric become the Seventh James Bond?

Patric’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in The Lost Boys (1987). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Patric now is – what next?

Three reasons Jason Patric 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 a 59-year-old American?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Patric.
  3. It would give Jason Patric a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Patric 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 Jason Patric for James Bond.

“His name is Patric. Jason Patric!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) February 26, 2026
“He was perfect as Michael Emerson in The Lost Boys, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) February 26, 2026
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) February 26, 2026
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Patric has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) February 26, 2026

Rumors about Jason Patric 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 Jason Patric should be the next James Bond?

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