Jesse Spencer to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Canberra
Last updated on April 13, 2025

So, why not a 46-year-old James Bond from Australia?

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Is Spencer 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 Jesse Spencer.

UPDATE 13/04/2025 : 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 from London to Canberra wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Jesse Spencer become the Seventh James Bond?

Spencer’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in House (2004-2012), Neighbours (1994-2005) and Chicago Fire (2012-). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Spencer now is – what next?

Three reasons Jesse Spencer 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 46-year-old Australian?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Spencer.
It would give Jesse Spencer a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Spencer. Jesse Spencer!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) April 12, 2025

“He was perfect as Lieutenant Matthew Casey in Chicago Fire, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) April 12, 2025

“An Australian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) April 12, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Spencer has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) April 12, 2025

Rumors about Jesse Spencer 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 Jesse Spencer should be the next James Bond?