Joe Manganiello to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on February 21, 2025

So, why not a 48-year-old James Bond from United States?

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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 Joe Manganiello become the Seventh James Bond?

Manganiello’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in True Blood (2010-2014), How I Met Your Mother (2006-2012) and Magic Mike (2012). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Manganiello now is – what next?

Three reasons Joe Manganiello 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 48-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Manganiello.
It would give Joe Manganiello a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Manganiello 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 Joe Manganiello for James Bond.

“His name is Manganiello. Joe Manganiello!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) February 20, 2025

“He was perfect as Brad Morris in How I Met Your Mother, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) February 20, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) February 20, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Manganiello has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) February 20, 2025

Rumors about Joe Manganiello 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 Joe Manganiello should be the next James Bond?