Jason Ritter to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on May 19, 2025

So, why not a 45-year-old James Bond from United States?

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Is Ritter set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in April 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Jason Ritter.

UPDATE 19/05/2025 : 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 Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Jason Ritter become the Seventh James Bond?

Ritter’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Parenthood (2010-2015), The East (2011) and The Dry Land (2010). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Ritter now is – what next?

Three reasons Jason Ritter 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 45-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Ritter.
It would give Jason Ritter a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Ritter. Jason Ritter!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) May 18, 2025

“He was perfect as Michael in The Dry Land, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) May 18, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) May 18, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Ritter has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) May 18, 2025

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