John Corbett to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on June 12, 2025

So, why not a 64-year-old James Bond from United States?

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

UPDATE 12/06/2025 : 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 John Corbett become the Seventh James Bond?

Corbett’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 (2016), The Boy Next Door (2015) and United States of Tara (2009-2011). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Corbett now is – what next?

Three reasons John Corbett 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 64-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Corbett.
It would give John Corbett a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Corbett. John Corbett!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) June 11, 2025

“He was perfect as Jack Berger in Sex and the City, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) June 11, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) June 11, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Corbett has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) June 11, 2025

Rumors about John Corbett 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 John Corbett should be the next James Bond?